People or a political faction that favors preserving the status quo and traditional values; cautious about change (conservatives).
選挙では保守派の候補が支持を伸ばした。
In the election, the conservative candidate increased their support.
保守派と革新派との間で教育政策を巡る議論が続いている。
Debates over education policy continue between conservatives and reformists.
高齢者の間では保守派の考え方が根強い場合が多い。
Among the elderly, conservative views are often strong.