conservatism

TOKYO—Sanae Takaichi’s victory in a leadership election in Japan represents another notable win for a resurgent global conservatism that is drawing strength from voter anger over issues such as immigration and stubborn inflation.

Decades of research has shown that racial animus and racism are tied to support of the GOP, conservatism and, now, Trumpism.

Both men, today and in 1993, are attempting to portray a pride in what they see as an understated patriotism and respect for traditions, a small c conservatism.

In recent years, American centrism and political conservatism have dug their claws back into the media.

Kirk was a controversial figure in US political discourse and had been hailed by many as the future of American conservatism with a talent for energising young conservatives.