Conservative case against capitalism

Why conservatives should start becoming more wary of capitalism.

Since the beginning of modern political history, there has been one constant: the right is capitalist, and the left is socialist. This has been the accepted norm and no one has dared question it; despite its many hypocrisies. However, what if conservatives start to question the deity of capitalism? What if we start to hack away at the golden armour that we have protected it with?

I describe myself as quite a proud conservative. One who praises our great nation, respects our historic institutions and traditions and reveres them. There is no nation on this planet which can rival the United Kingdom with our prestige, quite frankly. Despite this, I am often left bewildered then as to why those who share my social views praise such a destructive and progressive economic system. They go as far as to attack and dismiss anyone who would even dare criticise their beloved capitalism - as to them it is the golden calf of the right.

To put it simply, if you are not in favour of capitalism then you are not conservative. That said, I’m here to challenge that notion.

It is childish nonsense to believe capitalism is an ally of us, that it supports the same things we support. You only need to take a look at the movements it supports and consumes for its own economical profit. Every progressive movement is instantly supported by a multinational conglomerate to seem like it cares for the cause but instead is looking to profit off the ‘next big thing’. We constantly have to fight this, but we never hold it to account, capitalism that is. How can we blame them while being blind to the root of the issue? They seek to destroy and divide us so we are more inclined to their marketing. It is soulless, it is empty and it seeks a host in order to market effectively and profit accordingly, be aware of this the next time you witness some kind of movement.

Capitalism has and will continue to break down our nation. It feeds off chaos and individualism. For those who are grey and as dull as those who profit from capitalism - the bourgeoise - then the easier it is to harvest off of them for more capital. It seeks to destroy the very bonds which keep us astray from such allurements. Additionally, it has no time for our traditions and history, these are mere distractions for the populace to embrace and adhere to instead of the mindless drones of materialistic consumption. For what good are such things if they will keep people sceptical of new, modern temptations for capitalism? No, capitalism must destroy such things and break down societal bonds and feelings in order to thrive.

Britain for the British is often used as a social term, a country for its native people as a whole. However, what if it could be economic too? It is no secret we have been sold out by the soulless free-market zealots who would happily sell us down the gutter to the highest foreign bidder. We have been reduced to a hollow shell of a country due to the betrayal of the capitalists. They hold no allegiances, no grudges, no loyalty except to that of money, and money alone. We are held captive economically by foreign owners who wouldn’t blink twice at our suffering due to their greed. British industries must return to the hands of British nationals, but the so-called conservatives who praise the very system which allowed for this sellout won’t dare speak out due to looking weak on their preferred system. A damn shame and a complete betrayal.

But what of the British worker? The very worker who endures disgraceful conditions for a pittance of pay. Why do they not get the support of the conservative British person? Conservatives here would rather suffer and scrape to get by than admit there is a fundamental flaw in the system. Low tax? It only goes so far. The British worker demands a job which is respectable and livable. Conservatives often cry about the nuclear family, but how can that exist in the current conditions? Capitalism forbids this from ever being feasible for the majority due to the greed and corruption involved. The rich get richer and the poor pay for it. The current cost of living crisis looms strong on those who work a normal 9-5 job and its effects will be felt for generations to come. Less we speak of the knock-off effect it has on the housing market, which continues to rise and makes it impossible for the average person to own a home now.

Is this the fault of capitalism? Well, conservatives would argue not and dig their head in the sand to try and escape the painful reality that maybe, just maybe, capitalism isn’t the ally of conservatives. That infact, maybe a more radical, more centralised and controlled system may be better for Britain in order to manage and support the British people. I am not one to say, but I am gradually becoming more and more disillusioned with capitalism and the pain it causes so many people in this country. Every day we witness its chaos and greed, but we as conservatives continue to feign ignorance and carry on supporting it despite its indifference to us and those things that we hold dear.