Related Issue 1 Flashcards
What do most ideologies end in?
-ism
What is ideology?
A system of beliefs that we use to explain our view of the world
What does ideology refer to in politics?
The ideas, principles and ethics that a political system is based
What is individualism?
Emphasis on individual group values such as independence, self-interest, competition, individual rights and freedoms, rule of law, private property, economic freedom
What is economic individualism?
Economic freedom, self interest and competition
What is Collectivism?
Emphasis on the collective or group values such as collective responsibility, collective interests, co-operation, economic equality, adherence to collective norms, and public property
What is totalitarianism?
Terror and violence in collectivism
What are some values in collectivism?
- The group is more important than the individual
- It is important to contribute and be like the group
- The strength of the group relies on the contributions of everyone and the individual may need to sacrifice
- The entire group is responsible for members actions
- Co-operation is best
What are values of individualism?
- Individuals are important and entitles to make decisions
- Individuals should take initiative and value personal achievements
- The individual is responsible for his or her own welfare
- Laws should protect individual rights
- Private property and wealth are valued
Where is collectivism on the political spectrum?
To the left
Where is individualism on the political spectrum?
To the right
Which two systems of government are under collectivism?
Liberal and Radical
Which two systems of government are under individualism?
Conservative and Reactionary
What does left wing imply?
Collectivism, economic equality and government intervention
What does right wing imply?
Individualism, economic liberty and laissez faire government
Which dictator was right wing?
Hitler -Fascism
Which dictator was left wing?
Stalin -Communism
What is a Radical?
A political extremist -instant change
What is a liberal?
A person who favors reform, especially in government, economics, and religion and who prefers democratic forms of government in a constitutional state
What is a moderate?
A political “middle of the roader” who believes in compromise or balance, gradual change
What does conservative mean?
A philosophy that advocates institutions and traditional practices that have developed organically. This emphasizes stability and continuity
What does reactionary mean?
Any political or social movement or ideology that seeks to return to a previous state- the status quo
What factors influence collective and individual beliefs and values?
- Religion and spirituality
- Gender
- Relationship to the land
- Environment
- Media
- Language and ideology
- Family
- Culture
- Government
What are themes?
Foundations on which people base their beliefs
What are the themes of ideology?
Nation Class Race Relationship to land and environment Gender Religion
Who was Tommy Douglas?
A MP in Saskatchewan who brought public healthcare. He was a collectivist
Who was Milton Friedman?
An individualist who likes self-interest economically