Theme 1: to what extent should Ideoligy Be the Foundation of Identity Flashcards
What is Anarchism
the state of having no government. Is far right on the spectrum. Anarchists may use violence to achieve their goals.
What is an Authoritarian
A political system in which one person, either a monarch or dictator, assumes assumes total constitutional power under his or her authority. (strong central control)
What is communism.
is a way of creating and sharing wealth, goal is to build a communist society. Is left to far left on the spectrum
what is Fascism
a political system characterized by the leadership of a dictator with totalitarian powers in a one party state. far Right side of the spectrum.
What is capitalism
Economic system in which decisions are made by private capitalists, and owned by private individuals and corporations. on the right side of the spectrum
what are social welfare measures
the many programs that are designed to help people in need of goods and services that they are unable to provide for themselves. left side of spectrum
what is conservatism
favors traditional values especially in government, economics, religion, and morals. Right wing, and supports limited government.
what is socialism
the distribution of wealth among a community. left side of the spectrum.
what is secularism
rejects all forms of religious faith and worships.
what is totalitarians
a political system which tries to maximize state or government control over actions of its individual.
what is Egalitarianism
a political doctrine that holds that all people should be treated as equals.
what is progressivism
a political philosophy that holds that it is possible to improve human societies through political reform or through government mandates.
what is Status Quo
to keep things the way they are
what is radicalism
the belief that society needs to be changed, and that these changes are only possible through revolutionary means
what is reactionary
