ideological unerpinnings of the parties Flashcards
1
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describe the left wing
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- like change
- believe in big government
- believe in equality
- communitarian
- optimistic about human nature
2
Q
describe the right wing
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- dont like change
- small government
- believe inequality is inevitable
- individualists
- pessimistic about human nature
3
Q
name at least three right wing economic policies?
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- low taxation
- free markets
- reject government intervention in economy
4
Q
name at least three left wing economic policies?
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- nationalisation. of key industries
- redistribution of income
- trade unionism
5
Q
name at least three left wing social policies
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- equal rights for minorities
- progressive approach to social issues
- focus on the cause of crime
6
Q
name at least three right wing social policies
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- strict immigration controls
- reduction of welfare dependency
- tougher sentencing to maintain law and order
7
Q
describe conservatism ideology
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- focuses on tradition
- maintaining status quo and traditional institutions and communities
- believe in incremental change
- pragmatism
- pessimistic about human nature
8
Q
describe socialism ideology
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- rallies against capitalism
- focuses on necessity for change
- workers rights
- equity
- social justice
- collectivism
- dogmatism
- optimistic about human nature
9
Q
describe liberalism ideology
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- individual rights
- equality of opportunity
- meritocracy
- sceptical about a powerful government
- positive about human nature
