I don't need you to flood in my mentions and explain the appeal of conservatism. I did not say I don't understand the appeal. I said it offers them nothing of substance. I said it was an illusion. I said you are mistaken for following those instincts, even if you are selfish. It will not provide what you're searching for.
Religion is mostly ridiculous nonsense but the metaphor of a deal with the devil has stood the test of time because it is true. When you play that game, the house always wins.