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Agents of socialization |
Social institutions including family schools that helped to shape individuals basic political beliefs and values |
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Attitude |
A specific preference on particular issue |
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Bandwagon effect |
A shift in electoral support to the candidate turn public opinion polls before it as the front runner |
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Conservative |
Today this term refers to those who generally support the social and economic status quo and are suspicious of efforts to introduce new political formula economic Arrangements, conservatives believe that a large and powerful government possesses the threat to Citizens freedom |
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Democracy |
A system of rule that permits citizens to play a significant part in the government process usually through election of key public officials |
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Equality of opportunity |
A widely shared American ideal that people should have the freedom to use whatever talents and wealth they have to reach their fullest potential |
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Gender gap |
A distinctive pattern of voting behavior reflecting the differences and Views between women and men |
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Liberal |
This term refers to those who generally supports social and political reform governmental intervention in the economy more economic equality, the expansion of federal Social Services, and greater concern for consumers and environment |
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Libertarian |
Someone who emphasizes freedom and believes and voluntary association with small government |
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Marketplace of ideas |
The public forum in which beliefs and ideas are exchanged compete |
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Political ideology |
The induction of individuals into political culture, learning underlying beliefs and values on which political systems are based |
