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Conservatism is an ideology rooted in American founding principles. It prioritizes individual choice and rights over big government, one-size-fits-all solutions and viewpoints. 

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Celebrating the Life of Steve Pejovich, Fighter for Freedom Katharine Cornell Gorka

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