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Burke

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

Burkeanism is a political ideology named after the 18th-century Irish statesman Edmund Burke, emphasizing tradition, social cohesion, and skepticism towards rapid change and radical innovations in politics. It advocates for gradual reform and respects historical institutions that contribute to society's stability.