1. GOVERNMENT IDEOLOGIES
The Political Spectrum

2. Understanding Who You Are Voting For
The Canadian Political Spectrum
Communism: Chinese leader Mao post WWII
(The political spectrum)

3. The Political Spectrum
Left Wing
Centrist
Right Wing
Support change
Support Tradition and Change
Support Tradition
Increased Govt role in the economy
Govt role in economy only when needed
Limited Govt role in economy
Emphasis on Social Services
Rights of individuals should be protected
Law and order as a high priority
LW: Social services = more govt spending = increased taxes
RW: Cut Govt spending & harsher penalties for criminals

4. Democracy (Center) Rule by the people
Today’s society: People rule through their representatives
Govt and people follow the same constitution
Human rights are protected in the constitution
Elections held
Universal suffrage
Universal suffrage (all adults can vote)

5. Communism (Left)
Economic equality = share wealth produced by the country
Economy is highly regulated by govt
Freedoms may be restricted (censorship)
Social Programs
In opposition to Capitalism
Economic equality: In reality not always the case. Think about stalin era (Officials = richer, farmers/labourers = poorer)
Reduced private sector and economic competition

6. Fascism (Right) -Absolute Authority by a single party
-Belief in extreme nationalism
-Belief that people must serve their state
-Emphasis on military strength
Be willing to sacrifice for your country
Imperial War Conquest
Do not disagree with the govt

7. Major Canadian Political Parties
The liberal Party of Canada Conservative Party of Canada The New Democratic Party Bloc Quebecois Green Party