The Modern Conservative Party
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The Conservative Party currently is recognised by its response to Brexit and the economic challenges it faced due to their decision to implement harsh austerity.
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The party has shifted between advocating for austerity and increased public spending, basically whatever is most appealing to the electorate.
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Immigration, law and order, and national identity remain central themes, socially they have remained somewhat firm but have accepted gradual change. For example, David Cameron legalised same-sex marriage.
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The Conservative party, particularly under Boris Johnson, focused on "levelling up". The term is used when referencing the measures needed to reduce disparity of economic opportunity between the North and South of England
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Internal divisions over Brexit and questionable leadership have shaped the party's direction. Despite the recent history of economic mismanagement, it continues to present itself as the party of fiscal responsibility and stability. See Liz Truss to see how true that is.
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The party faces ongoing challenges from Labour and even smaller parties such as Reform UK. They are also under pressure to adapt to new issues such as climate change.
