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Political Ideology

Political Ideology What is political ideology? One’s basic beliefs about power, political values, and the role of government Grows out of economical, educational, and social conditions and experiences 4 Main Ideologies in America Today Liberalism Conservatism Socialism Libertarianism Moderate (Middle of the Road)

Political Ideology: Liberalism What is a Liberal? (The Left) Supports active federal government in promoting individual welfare and supporting civil rights, and accepts peaceful political social change within the existing political system

Political Ideology: Conservatism What is a Conservative? (The Right) Promotes a limited government role in helping individuals economically, supports traditional values and lifestyles, favors a more active role for government in promoting national security, and approaches change cautiously

Political Ideology: Liberals vs. Conservatives Representative Party Democratic Party Conservative Republican Party

Political Ideology: Socialism What is Socialism? “It is the transitional stage between capitalism and communism.” – Karl Marx (Father of Socialism) American socialists favor an expanded role of govt. and share the following views: Public ownership of key industries Vast public job programs – all who want to work will be put to work (“Build jobs, not jails”) High taxes for wealthy Cut in defense spending – against war Social and economic equality is goal Against capitalist “free market economy” Healthcare and childcare provided for all Free post secondary education (college)

Political Ideology: Libertarianism What is Libertarianism? Ideology that cherishes individual liberty above all else, and favors a sharply limited state and federal government Has overtones of anarchism, liberalism, and conservatism Views include the following: Massive cuts in federal spending; reduce and eliminate taxes End to FBI/CIA (any federal government policing) Small defense (use only if attacked, no offensives) Complete withdrawal of all overseas U.S. military Elimination of all government programs (like welfare) Repeal laws regulating morality (abortion, porn, prostitution, recreational drugs) No government regulation (even seat belt or motorcycle helmet laws)

Your Task The class will be divided in to Liberals & Conservatives & research/present their views on the following: Religion Healthcare Social Security Minimum Wage Abortion Prison Reform Same Sex Marriage Foreign Policy The Death Penalty Taxes Defense Spending Businesses