I do not claim to be an expert in this matter, but that is no grounds for not having an opinion. Richard, I suspect that your definition of a conservative could be applied to the present powers within the USA's Republican Party. However, the majority of voters who profess to be conservatives are not among the more wealthy elite. That is one of the great mysteries that those who profit least from Republican policies are the strongest supporters. What is becoming quite interesting is the number of conservative Republicans who are endorsing Obama. Again, that is a bit of a mystery. Do they know McCain, and are concerned about his ability to preside over the country or have they soured on the present power structure in the Republican Party that has no humanitarian regard for the populace.