Chapter 1 - Political participation (NOT FINAL) Flashcards

1
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When did Ed Miliband lower the Labour Party subscription fee to £3?

A

2015

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2
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When did UKIP membership rise?

A

In the run-up to the 2015 general election - they had 50,000 members.

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3
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What was the turnout at the 1979 general election?

A

76%

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4
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What was the turnout at the 2001 general election?

A

59%

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5
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What was the turnout at the 2017 general election?

A

69%

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6
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What was the turnout at the 2016 presidential election in the US?

A

55%

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7
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What was the turnout at the 2014 Scottish independence referendum?

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85%

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8
Q

What is e-democracy?

A

Democracy carried out online in the form of online petitions and campaigns.

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9
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How many signatures did the petition for a second referendum receive in 2016?

A

3.8 million

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10
Q

What is the criticism of e-democracy?

A

It requires such little effort to take part and there is no guarantee that people know about the issue.

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11
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What do sectional groups do?

A

Represent a specific section of the community.

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12
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What do promotional groups do?

A

Pursue a particular issue or cause or idea that they believe benefits all.

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