Unit 4: Politics and Political Socialization

Strine Government Test

Linkage Institutions

Structures within society that connect people to the government and influence the policy agenda, including elections, political parties, interest groups, and media.

Political Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and internalize a political lens, spanning their perceptions of power arrangements and how society should be organized.

Federalism

A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units (such as states).

Political Spectrum

A system for classifying different political positions; typically represented by a left to right axis.

Ideology

A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.

Democracy

A system of government in which the whole population or all eligible members of a state have a say in decisions.

Republic

A form of government in which representatives are elected to make laws and govern on behalf of the citizens.

Factions

Groups within larger groups that unite around specific interests or causes.

Media Bias

The perceived bias of journalists and news producers within the mass media, influencing how news and events are reported.

Credibility

The quality of being trusted and believed in, or the extent to which information is regarded as true or valid.

Consensus Building

A process in which a group seeks to develop a decision that every member of the group can support.

Negotiation

A dialogue between two or more parties aimed at reaching a mutually beneficial agreement.

Compromise

An agreement or settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.

Social Movements

Organized efforts by large groups of people to achieve a common goal, often related to social change.

Interest Groups

Organizations that seek to influence public policy and decision-making in specific areas.

Political Parties

Groups that seek to gain control of government through the election of their members to public office.

liberal

A political ideology that emphasizes individual rights, equality, and social justice, often advocating for progressive reforms.

conservative

a political ideology favoring tradition, social stability, and limited government intervention in the economy.

democrat

A member of the Democratic Party, which typically advocates for social equality, environmental protection, and expanded government services.

republican

A political party that typically supports conservative policies, emphasizing limited government, free markets, and traditional social values.

interest group

party platform

A formal set of principles and goals supported by a political party, outlining their positions on various issues and policies.

national convention

A gathering of party delegates to choose a presidential candidate and establish the party's platform for the upcoming election.

purposes of media

inform, entertain, advertise, educate, socialization

objective media

factual, unbiased, no opinions

subjective media

opinionated, unbiased, one sided

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