Unit 2 Vocab Flashcards
1
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Political thinking
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the careful gathering and sifting of information in the process of forming a knowledgeable view about a political issue
2
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Judicial action
A
The use of courts of law as a means by which individuals protect their rights and settle their conflicts
3
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Corporate power
A
The power that corporations exercise in their effort to influence government and maintain control of the workplace
4
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Self government
A
The principle that people are the ultimate source of government power and should have a voice in their governing
5
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Public policy process
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The creation of laws, regulations, etc. through the interaction of political actors and government institutions
6
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Individualism
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the belief that people are free to pursue their interests and should be self sufficient
