Chapter 5 - 128-132, 138-148 Flashcards
fundamental political values and beliefs and orientations that are widely held within a political community
political culture
ways in which politics is discussed and the rhetoric that is used in political presuasion
political discourse
process by which new generations and immigrants are socialized into the political culture
political socialization
variations on the national political culture
subcultures
the key to political culture is
dominant values of a society
transmission of political culture-
agents of are:
socialization
family, friends, media, school etc
Canada’s political culture bears similarities to
other western liberal democracies and in particular, countries originally colonized by the United Kingdom
We can analyze political culture by reviewing__________ and __________(sample surveys)
history of government and current trends via surveys etc to capture views of current public and basis for policy
Liberalism emphasizes the VALUE of INDIVIDUAL FREEDOM based on a belief that individuals are generally…
Liberalism emphasizes the _________ of ________________________ based on a belief that individuals are generally capable of using reason in pursuit of their own interests
________looks to laws based on traditional (religious) moral values and established institutions to maintain an orderly society. Has a less _______ view of people and intentions and sees many as ____________ and largely out to benefit themselves.
Conservatism
Has a less POSITIVE view of people and intentions and sees many as POORLY INFORMED and largely out to benefit themselves.
Political ideology is not as broad as political _________, and is typically held by the educated __________.
Political ideology is not as broad as political CULTURE, and is typically held by the educated ELITE.
ideas, values and beliefs about politics, society and the economic system based on assumptions about human nature.
Political Ideology
Socialism has the greatest emphasis on __________ by seeking to reduce competition and _______&_________ in society. Somewhat Utilitarian in the approach (MILL)
conservatism, winners and losers.
Theory that those who have grown up in a relative secure society with affluence are more likely to be concerned with ‘post-materialist values’ like…
Post-Materialist Theory- self esteem, self expression, participation in economic political decisions, emphasis quality of life, diversity and environmental concern
materialistic values =
concern for economic growth,, order and physical security
Post-materialism has led to a number of political trends including:
- greater citizen activism
- questioning of authority
- new political parties and social movements
- new issues (gender inequality)
- more liberal social values
what percentage of canadians choose environmental protection over economic prosperity
72%
Canadian political culture is often described in terms of the
values of liberal democracy
What fraction of Canadians believe democracy is the best form of govt
7/8
belief government is responsive to people and that people can influence what the government does
political efficacy
T/F Majority of Canadians tend to favour controls on the rights and freedoms of those they view as promoting hatred
T
T/F Canadians value equality more than personal freedom
F- 2/3 of people preferred Personal Freedom
T/F Canadians agree large companies should have fixed quotas to ensure enough women are hired
F- 2/3 opposed this idea
T/F 1/4 of Canadians polled think companies should ensure a proportion of jobs go to french speaking individuals
T
5 influences on Political attitudes:
SLGEY
Social class Language Gender Ethnicity Youth
________ class people are more likely to take up “____ _____’’ positions in favour of greater economic equality, greater _____ for govt and support for various social programs.
Working class people are more likely to take up “left wing’ positions in favour of greater economic equality , greater role for government and support for various social programs
