global history political ideologies

Ideology

A belief system about how government and society should work

Influences law and leadership

Conservatism

Emphasizes traditional viewpoints and law and order

Support religion family values and national pride

Prefers slow change

Conservatism role on government

Limited role in economy

Strong role in law and order

Protect traditional institutions

Modern Liberalism

Keeps focus on rights but supports government help

Believes government should ensure fairness and opportunity

Supports programs like social security public schools

Liberalism role in government

Reaction to industrial poverty and inequality

Still values freedom but includes economic safety nets

Libertarianism

Maximize personal and economic freedom

Minimal government in both life and business

Anti war, anti surveillance, anti tax

Libertarianism examples

Legalize marijuana and other drugs

No government surveillance

End military draft and most foreign wars

Abolish income tax

Privatize schools and healthcare

Radical

Someone who wants rapid change