Defining Power Flashcards
1
Q
What is an inducement in the context of politics?
A
A bribe through which an outcome is achieved
2
Q
What is persuasion in the context of politics
A
The use of misleading or sometimes truthful information to encourage people
3
Q
What is coercion in the context of politics
A
The use of fear mongering through threats of harm
4
Q
Describe the first face of power
A
The ability to affect decisions
5
Q
Describe the second face of power
A
The ability to ensure that issues are not raised
6
Q
Describe the third face of power
A
The ability to affect the dominant views of society
7
Q
Define power
A
the ability to achieve an objective by influencing others
