Civic Engagement & Democracy

Question 1

The whole set of voluntary associates (formal and informal) that are outside both the state and the market (ex; churches, clubs, unions, non-profit organizations)

Answer 1

Civil society

Question 2

These associations collect and disseminate information, employ independent critics and watchdogs, file lawsuits, and teach their members to understand and promote rights for all

Answer 2

Purpose of civil society

Question 3

Political resources, status theory, sense of political equality, and civic education

Answer 3

4 theories to increase equity in participation

Question 4

Try to enhance everyone’s knowledge and time for politics so that voter turnout will rise

Answer 4

Political resources

Question 5

Greater educational attainment relative to others would increase equity in participation

Answer 5

Status theory

Question 6

If people had concrete experiences of political power and efficacy, they would demand more (increase participation)

Answer 6

Sense of political equality

Question 7

Teens who are encouraged to participate civically do better in school, hence the connection to educational attainment and civic engagement

Answer 7

Civic education

Question 8

Permits individuality, generates memorable stories, develops virtues

Answer 8

Value of the participation process

Question 9

A person outside of a group making sure things are happening correctly

Answer 9

Watchdog

Question 10

A person inside/ a part of a group that exposes things happening incorrectly

Answer 10

Whistleblower

Question 11

Supporting organizations and groups that hold the same values as you

Answer 11

Voting with your dollar

Question 12

If you are subject to a rule, you should be able to be a part of the development process.

Answer 12

Kantian Moral Principle