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What emphasizes the values of liberty, equality, and democracy in American politics?
What is a belief that government should be active in promoting the public good?
Moralistic Political Culture
What belief emphasizes that government should limit its role to providing order in society?
Individualistic Political Culture
Which political culture believes that government should be dominated by political elites?
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What term refers to a small group of people that dominates the political process?
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What term describes a narrow, limited, and self-interested view of the world?
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The political culture of a state has an effect on how people ______ __ ____ and how individuals and institutions ______.
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Who has created a classification scheme for state political cultures that is used widely?
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Moralistic, individualistic, and traditionalistic state political cultures are contemporary manifestations of the ,_, and _______ differences that existed among the original thirteen colonies.
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______ political cultures were rooted in New England where Puritans and other religious groups sought to create the Good society.
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Politics is the concern of ______ and government is expected to be ______ in promoting the public good and in advancing the public welfare.
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________ political culture originated in the middle states where Americans sought material wealth and personal freedom through commercial activities.
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______ political culture developed initially in the south, reflecting the values of the slave plantation economy and its successor, the Jim Crow era.
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Traditional culture is concerned with the preservation of tradition and the existing ____ ___.
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Texas is categorized as having a '______ _____' political culture.
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____ ____ have a major voice in how the state is run.
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What does Texas have many different political cultures or ____ within its borders?
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Three long-lasting patterns in Texas politics seem to indicate a 'traditionalistic individualistic' state political culture by: ______, ______, ______.
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What has the growing influence of minorities, women, and gays in state politics and the ongoing urbanization of the state done to provincialism?
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A third, continuing pattern that helped define Texas's political culture is its longtime _____ ___ ______.
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Other groups that might offer an alternative to a business perspective, such as consumer interests, are poorly ______ and _____.
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What are the major players in Texas politics in terms of 1. 2. 3?
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Study Notes
Political Culture Overview
- Political culture encompasses shared values, beliefs, and attitudes regarding government and politics, focusing on liberty, equality, and democracy.
Types of Political Cultures
- Moralistic Political Culture: Advocates for active government involvement in the public good and encourages citizen participation in politics and civic life.
- Individualistic Political Culture: Emphasizes a limited governmental role, prioritizing order so citizens can pursue economic self-interests.
- Traditionalistic Political Culture: Suggests that political elites should dominate, guided by established traditions.
Key Concepts and Definitions
- Elite: A small group that holds dominance within the political process, influencing decisions and policies.
- Provincialism: Represents a narrow, self-interested worldview that can limit broader political engagement.
- Political Culture Impact: A state's political culture affects citizen participation and the interactions between individuals and institutions.
Influential Figures and Theories
- Daniel Elazar: Developed a widely used classification scheme for state political cultures, including moralistic, individualistic, and traditionalistic.
Historical Context of Cultural Variations
- Early political cultures stem from the original thirteen colonies' ethnic, socioreligious, and socioeconomic differences.
- Moralistic Political Cultures: Originated in New England, where puritanical ideals sought to create an ideal society.
Government Expectations and Roles
- Politics is everyone's concern, with a government expected to actively promote the public good through intervention.
- Individualistic Political Culture: Emerged from middle states emphasizing material wealth and personal freedom.
Traditionalism in Politics
- Traditionalistic Political Culture: Developed in the South, influenced by the slave plantation economy and Jim Crow laws, emphasizing tradition and existing social order.
- Texas embodies a "traditionalistic individualistic" political culture, demonstrating characteristics from both traditions.
Current Trends in Texas Politics
- Political Elites: Hold significant power in Texas state governance and policy-making.
- Diverse political cultures and subcultures exist within Texas, reflecting a multifaceted political landscape.
Long-Lasting Patterns in Texas Politics
- Indicators of the traditionalistic individualistic culture in Texas include:
- One-Party State: A historical predominance of a single political party.
- Provincialism: Limited engagement with wider, more inclusive politics.
- Business Dominance: Long-standing influence of business interests in political decisions.
Changing Dynamics
- The increasing involvement of minorities, women, and LGBTQ+ communities has started to diminish provincialism in Texas politics.
- A persistent feature of Texas political culture is the dominance of business influences, affecting policy and governance.
Alternative Perspectives
- Groups advocating for alternatives to business-centric views, such as consumers, often struggle due to inadequate organization and funding.
- Business groups significantly impact Texas politics through campaign contributions, organized interest groups, and lobbying efforts.
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Description
This quiz explores the concept of political culture, including its shared values, beliefs, and attitudes towards government. It covers different types of political cultures such as moralistic, individualistic, and traditionalistic, as well as key concepts like elite and provincialism. Test your understanding of how political culture shapes citizen participation and governance.
