Introduction to Politics and Science

A political theory that emphasizes individual freedom and limits the power of the state.

A social contract theorist who argued that individuals surrender some of their rights to the state in exchange for protection.

A liberal thinker who argued for the rights of women and criticized the exclusion of women from social contracts.

A theory of justice that emphasizes fairness and equal opportunities for all individuals.

A thought experiment in Rawls' theory of justice where individuals are imagined to be behind a veil of ignorance, unaware of their own personal attributes.

A political system characterized by government control over economic and social institutions, where political support is often passive rather than actively engaged.

A political and social order that aims to eliminate class divisions and achieve equality through collective ownership and control of resources.

A framework for understanding various political systems, ranging from highly authoritarian to highly democratic, based on factors like elections, participation, and civil liberties.

A shift in individual values driven by modernization, leading to changes in societal norms regarding government, work, religion, and personal life, ultimately impacting political systems.

The process through which a society transitions from an authoritarian regime to a more democratic system, influenced by factors like economic development, cultural changes, and political reforms.

Susan Okin's theory arguing that Rawls' principles of justice, focused solely on public institutions, ignored the family's role in perpetuating gender inequality.

Michael Sandel's concept advocating for a procedural republic, where public deliberation takes precedence over merely following democratic procedures.

A critique of liberalism, arguing that it prioritizes the interests of the wealthy bourgeoisie who own capital, leading to unfair social structures.

A broad critique of liberalism, claiming it promotes endless economic growth at the expense of the environment, leading to ecological destruction.

The study of shared beliefs, values, and assumptions within a political community, influencing how people understand and interact with the political system.

A method for analyzing decisions by comparing the potential benefits of a choice against its potential costs. It helps understand why people might make certain choices, especially in economic contexts.

The idea that individuals act in a rational way, making decisions that maximize their personal interests based on complete information and logical reasoning. It's often used to explain economic behavior, but often falls short in explaining more complex, emotional situations like political decisions.

The idea that people have limited ability to process information, making decisions that may not always perfectly align with their best interests. We might not be able to weigh all the potential outcomes or analyze information perfectly.

A long-lasting, deep-seated belief in a political system or object, independent of its performance.

Support for a political system based on its performance and outcomes.

The process of evaluating a government's performance based on how fair its decision-making processes are, regardless of who wins or loses.

Rules and structures within a political system that influence how decisions are made. This includes regulations, procedures, and institutions that shape how politicians and citizens interact.

A citizen's belief that the government is acting fairly and in their best interests, even if they don't always agree with the outcomes.

The extent to which a citizen believes in the fundamental principles and values of a democratic system.

A citizen's judgment of a specific government's performance and effectiveness.

A long-standing attachment to a political object or system for its own sake, regardless of its performance.

The right to express one's views, even if others disagree.

The belief in equality and fairness for all citizens, regardless of their background.

Voters connect with candidates on a personal level, increasing turnout and engagement. However, decisions may be poorly informed or based on fleeting emotions rather than thorough issue understanding.

Voting based on opposition to another party, often fueled by tribalism and "us vs. them" mentality. This emphasizes individualism and group interests over broader societal benefits.

A voting behavior that prioritizes personal gain and the interests of a specific group, often at the expense of others.

A model that examines personality traits like openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism as potential influences on political affiliation and voting behavior.

Comparing the psychological model of personality traits with the socio-economic status (SES) and party identification (PID) attributes model.