Political Ideologies Flashcards
“Ideology” came from the French word “________” which means “________________”
Ideologie; Science of Ideas
Which French philosopher coined the word “Ideology”?
Destutt de Tracy
A set of related ideas or a systematic group of concepts and beliefs about culture, society, and human life
Ideology
A set of ideas that are combined in a variety of ways to guide, inspire, or incite people to political action
Political Ideology
What are the characteristics of Political Ideology and who said this?
- provides lenses for socio-political condition of state (worldview)
- provides a model and vision of a good society
- outlines how political change should happen
(Heywood, 20030
A political ideology that gives importance to the fulfillment of the individual through the satisfaction of his interests
Liberalism
In this ideology, individuals are equipped with reason and has equal opportunities
Liberalism
Greatest latitude of freedom
Liberalism
Upholds meritocracy
Liberalism
What are the two twin values?
Consent & Constitutionalism
This type of liberalism does not encourage the inference of the state on individual life as humans can take care of themselves
Classical
This type of liberalism believes that if individuals are not subject to regulation, there might be injustices. Therefore, the state must intervene to protect individuals from social evils.
Modern
What are the elements of liberalism?
- Individualism
- Freedom
- Reason
- Equality
- Toleration
- Consent
- Constitutionalism
According to Liberalism, critical thinking is needed in solving a problem. True or False?
TRUE
This political ideology is based on the belief that government and laws are not necessary, and personal autonomy is a must.
Anarchism
This political ideology is based on common ownership, which aims to establish a society that is classless and egalitarian
Communism
This political ideology is fueled by extreme nationalism. It promises the birth of a new, stronger, and greater society, stripped from all of its weaknesses.
Fascism
eg. Adolf Hitler
This political ideology is based on a common desire to enhance the social role of women in whatever way possible. It seeks to overturn the structure of male power in the society and promote equal rights and legal protections for women.
Feminism
When was the first wave of feminism?
1848-1920
What was the goal of the first wave of feminism?
to achieve political equality for women
When was the second wave of feminism?
1963-1980
What was the goal of the second wave of feminism?
- to change how society views women
- to fight against systematic and casual sexism
When is the third wave of feminism?
1991-present
What is the goal of the third wave of feminism?
- to fight against workplace inequalities
- to fight against sexual harassment
This political ideology stands in opposition to capitalism and proposes an alternative which is perceived to be more human and equitable. In capitalism, an individual rises according to ability. There is competition.
Socialism
This political ideology has the desire to preserve institutions and is reflected in a resistance or suspicion to change.
Conservatism
