Unit 1: Introduction to Ideologies Flashcards
What are 3 factors that influences ideology
- Personal Identity
- Collective Identity
- Beliefs and Values
What is ideology
A system of ideas on how people should interact. Ideology can be described as being focused on the individual or the collective
What is individualism
focusing on personal freedom and self-reliance, valuing individual rights and achievements.
What is collectivism
emphasizes the importance of the group over the individual, promoting cooperation, shared goals, and community values.
Communism meaning
an ideology that aims for a classless society where the means of production are owned collectively by the community rather than by private individuals.
What is a political spectrum
Used to classify or suggest that it can be classified, in terms of its position on a SCALE between two extreme or opposite points/ideas. The left or right of a political spectrum
What is on the left side of the spectrum
- Collectivism
- Radical
- Government intervention and government controlled economy
- Secularism
- Change
- COMMUNISM
Right side
- Individualism
- Reactionary
- Free-market (Laissez-faire)
- Religious-based morality
- Status Quo
- FASCISM
Secularism meaning
keeping religion separate from government affairs and public life. It promotes a neutral stance towards all religions and ensures that no particular religion influences government decisions or policies.
Radical meaning
refers to extreme or drastic views that challenge the current norms or systems in place. It often involves advocating for significant CHANGES or reforms that may be considered unconventional or revolutionary.
Reactionary
refers to someone who holds conservative views and seeks to preserve or restore traditional institutions and values. They often OPPOSE progress or CHANGE, preferring to maintain the status quo or return to past practices.
Status quo
refers to the current or existing state of affairs, the way things are right now without any changes or disruptions.
Liberalism
in political terms, generally refers to a political ideology that emphasizes individual rights, freedom, equality, and the protection of civil liberties. It often advocates for limited government intervention in personal and economic matters.
socialism
an ideology that advocates for collective ownership and control of the means of production and distribution of goods and services. It aims to create a more equal society by reducing economic inequality through government intervention and social programs.
conservative
refers to holding traditional values and beliefs, often favoring limited government intervention in economic and social matters. It typically emphasizes preserving established institutions and practices while being cautious about rapid changes.