Framing Global Politics

What is a political issue?

A political issue involves how power is distributed and exercised in the real world, affecting people's lives, communities, and society.

Why is understanding political issues crucial in global politics?

Because it helps explore how power is distributed and exercised among different actors and stakeholders globally.

What key questions help analyze global political issues?

Who holds power? Who lacks power? Who is working to create change? Who is resisting change? Who is affected by power dynamics?

How are 'actors' defined in global politics?

Actors are individuals or groups with the power to create change at local, national, or international levels.

Who are 'stakeholders' in global politics?

Stakeholders are those affected by political issues, even if they lack power or are not directly involved.

Can political issues appear outside of governments and politicians?

Yes, political issues appear in everyday life such as healthcare, education, taxes, laws, and social media.

What is the relationship between global politics and human sciences?

Global politics studies power distribution and application, linking it to human sciences like economics, psychology, sociology, and anthropology.

What aspect of human sciences does psychology contribute to global politics?

understanding of human behavior and cognition in power dynamics.

What role does sociology play in understanding political issues?

studies the development and interaction of societies, helping explain social power structures.

How does anthropology relate to global politics?

studies human cultures - insights on cultural influences on power and politics.

What distinguishes an actor from a stakeholder?

Actors have power to create change; stakeholders are affected by issues but may not have power or involvement.

Give examples of everyday political issues.

Healthcare, education, taxes, laws, and social media

What does the study of global politics focus on?

How power is distributed and exercised among actors and stakeholders worlwide

What does it mean to resist change in global politics?

opposing or challenging efforts to alter existing power structures or policies.

How do human sciences complement the study of global politics?

They provide frameworks to analyse human behaviour, societal structures, and cultural contexts influencing power.