American Politics 2nd Meeting Quiz

Political Behavior

• Political Behavior examines how states operate politically and internationally, emphasizing their actions and interactions.
• Principles form the core belief system of a state, akin to religious moral frameworks, where differing rules and ethics exist among various religions.

Key Philosophical Views

• Plato: Advocates that understanding oneself is crucial, emphasizing self-conquest as a victory.
• Protagoras: Introduces the notion that "Man is the measure of all things," highlighting subjective human experience.
• Socrates: Encourages self-knowledge as a foundation for understanding political dynamics.
• Mahatma Gandhi: Stresses the importance of personal change in initiating broader societal transformation.

State Principles and Policies

• States possess their own Declaration of Principles and State Policies, as seen in Article 2 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution.
• While all states may acknowledge such declarations, the incorporation of a Bill of Rights varies significantly.
• Understanding a state requires analyzing its interactions with other states.

Knowledge vs. Wisdom

• James Madison's perspective underscores that imperfection among humans necessitates governance, as free will introduces complexity.
• A distinction exists between Political Behavior (actions of states) and Political Attitude (individual states' mental states, beliefs, and evaluations).
• Knowledge (data) is inferior to wisdom (the understanding and application of data), essential for informed governance.

Creativity and Human Experience

• Political creativity arises from variations in individual and collective political attitudes, contributing to societal beauty and appreciation.
• The experience of joy and happiness is seen as the ultimate human goal, fostered through understanding and appreciating political dynamics.

Laws and Divine Law

• All laws are perceived as aligning with Divine Law, viewed as a blueprint for human governance.
• Proverbs 9:10 illustrates that reverence (fear) of God initiates wisdom, shaping moral conduct through adherence to ethical guidelines like the Ten Commandments.

Understanding People

• Gaining insights into human nature and behaviors is vital for comprehending socio-political interactions.
• How individuals engage with others reveals their character and societal roles, promoting virtues that lead to dignity and guilt-free living.

Political Behavior

• Political Behavior examines how states operate politically and internationally, emphasizing their actions and interactions.
• Principles form the core belief system of a state, akin to religious moral frameworks, where differing rules and ethics exist among various religions.

Key Philosophical Views

• Plato: Advocates that understanding oneself is crucial, emphasizing self-conquest as a victory.
• Protagoras: Introduces the notion that "Man is the measure of all things," highlighting subjective human experience.
• Socrates: Encourages self-knowledge as a foundation for understanding political dynamics.
• Mahatma Gandhi: Stresses the importance of personal change in initiating broader societal transformation.

State Principles and Policies

• States possess their own Declaration of Principles and State Policies, as seen in Article 2 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution.
• While all states may acknowledge such declarations, the incorporation of a Bill of Rights varies significantly.
• Understanding a state requires analyzing its interactions with other states.

Knowledge vs. Wisdom

• James Madison's perspective underscores that imperfection among humans necessitates governance, as free will introduces complexity.
• A distinction exists between Political Behavior (actions of states) and Political Attitude (individual states' mental states, beliefs, and evaluations).
• Knowledge (data) is inferior to wisdom (the understanding and application of data), essential for informed governance.

Creativity and Human Experience

• Political creativity arises from variations in individual and collective political attitudes, contributing to societal beauty and appreciation.
• The experience of joy and happiness is seen as the ultimate human goal, fostered through understanding and appreciating political dynamics.

Laws and Divine Law

• All laws are perceived as aligning with Divine Law, viewed as a blueprint for human governance.
• Proverbs 9:10 illustrates that reverence (fear) of God initiates wisdom, shaping moral conduct through adherence to ethical guidelines like the Ten Commandments.

Understanding People

• Gaining insights into human nature and behaviors is vital for comprehending socio-political interactions.
• How individuals engage with others reveals their character and societal roles, promoting virtues that lead to dignity and guilt-free living.