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What is a political ideology?

A set of beliefs about politics and the role of government

Conservatism could best be described as a political ideology that stresses what?

  • Radical changes to government structure
  • Traditional approaches to issues in government (correct)
  • Complete government involvement in society
  • Focus on individual rights only

Liberalism could best be described as a political ideology that assumes government exists for what purpose?

  • To maintain existing social hierarchies
  • To minimize all government roles
  • To improve society (correct)
  • To promote military influence

Libertarianism could best be described as a political ideology that values what?

<p>Individual freedom over government involvement (B)</p>
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The US Democratic Party mostly includes members who are what?

<p>Moderate, progressive, or liberal (D)</p>
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The US Republican Party mostly includes members who are what?

<p>Moderate, conservative, or libertarian (B)</p>
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What do most progressives tend to believe?

<p>Economic and political rights should be expanded for all American citizens</p>
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According to the chart comparing prospective voter support leading up to the 2012 presidential election, what was demonstrated?

<p>More men were likely to be conservative voters</p>
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Members of military families who support a strong national defense are more likely to vote for what type of candidate?

<p>A candidate who belongs to the Republican Party</p>
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According to most polls, nonreligious people are more likely to be what?

<p>Left-wing voters</p>
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Political Ideology

  • Political ideology encompasses a collection of beliefs regarding politics and governmental roles.

Conservatism

  • Conservatism emphasizes traditional methods and approaches to governance and policy issues.

Liberalism

  • Liberalism bases its principles on the belief that government should exist primarily to enhance societal well-being and progress.

Libertarianism

  • Libertarianism prioritizes individual freedom and advocates minimal government intervention in personal lives.

US Democratic Party

  • The Democratic Party in the United States typically contains members who identify as moderate, progressive, or liberal, reflecting a broad spectrum of left-leaning ideologies.

US Republican Party

  • The Republican Party in the United States generally consists of individuals identifying as moderate, conservative, or libertarian, leaning towards right-leaning ideologies.

Progressivism

  • Progressives advocate for the expansion of economic and political rights for all American citizens, focusing on inclusivity.

Voter Demographics (2012 Presidential Election)

  • Voter support analysis leading up to the 2012 election showed a tendency for men to align more with conservative voting patterns.

Military Families and Voting

  • Members of military families who advocate for a robust national defense are more inclined to support candidates affiliated with the Republican Party.

Nonreligious Voters

  • Polling indicates that individuals who identify as nonreligious are more likely to align with left-wing voting preferences.

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