Paleo Conservative... Casey debate

 

• Key Figures: Often associated with figures like Pat Buchanan, Samuel Francis, and historically rooted in the "Old Right" of the 1940s-50s. 

Origins and Distinctions:

• Paleo vs. Neo: Paleoconservatives arose in the 1970s/80s in response to neoconservatives, who they viewed as "liberal Trojan horses" who hijacked the American right, focusing too much on global democracy-building and social engineering.
• "America First": Their ideology shares significant similarities with current right-wing populist movements, such as the MAGA movement, focusing on patriotism and restoring the nation's unique character. 

While sometimes characterized as far-right, they generally distinguish themselves by their opposition to foreign entanglement and their focus on traditional, socially cohesive communities rather than modern liberal democracy.