Political attitude or ideology denoting a preference for institutions and practices that have evolved historically and are thus manifestations of continuity and stability.
It was first expressed in the modern era through the works of French Revolution , which Burke believed tarnished its ideals through its excesses. Conservatives believe that the implementation of change should be minimal and gradual; they appreciate history and are more realistic than idealistic. Well-known conservative parties include the British Conservative Party , the German Christian Democratic Union , the U.S. Republican Party , and the Japanese Liberal-Democratic Party . See also {{link=Christian Democracy">Christian Democracy ; liberalism .