Question

What is the defining differences between liberalism and conservatism?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Liberalism

Left-wing, federalist. Prefer more regulation and services like free universal health care to be provided by the government to all citizens.

Government should provide more services to the less fortunate (like health care) and increase taxes if necessary. High-income earners should pay a larger percentage of their income as taxes.

conservatism

Right-wing, anti-federalist. Prefer smaller government, less regulation, most services to be provided by the private sector in a free market, and a literal interpretation of the Constitution.

Government should tax less and spend less. Cutting spending to balance the budget should be the priority. Higher income earners should have an incentive to invest (credits). Charity is the responsibility of the people.