Ideologies/ Poltical Spectrum Flashcards
What is an ideology?
Coherent set of beliefs or values that guide ones actions, most parties are subscribed to an ideology, e.g. Labour was established on socialist lines
What is an ideologue?
A person who is strongly committed to one body of ideas/values
Where did the political spectrum originate?
Revolutionary France
Authoritarian
An approach that favours strict obedience
Libertarian
Favours civil liberties and the rights of the individual over the authority of the state
What does ‘rolling back the frontiers of the state’?
Margaret Thatcher
Means less involvement between state and people- doing less
Max Stirner in 1845 with ‘The Ego and its own’
Championed the importance of the individual and attacked authoritarian forms of gov, Stirner is said to have inspired anarchists on the left
What are party families?
Parties who have similar ideologies in different countries
End of ideology?
Yes argument
All 3 main parties are all essentially social democratic in nature
Ideological wings are marginalised
Significant overlaps in states policies e.g. 2010 general election
Increased emphasis on presentation and personality over substance
End of ideology?
No argument
3 main parties have got distinctive ideological traditions
Ideological dividing lines became more apparent in the wake of the global financial crisis
Ideology still matters because of the rise of small parties
Do political parties matter anymore?
Yes argument
Representation Different ideologies Single issue parties can represent more people Different views on refugee crisis Brigs forward neglected issues Election turnout is better than it used to be Open membership Key input for party members
Do political parties matter?
No argument
Catch all parties Federal govs could be used Whip system Toeing the party line Mavericks 2% of electorate are party members MPs are out of touch Career politicians End of ideologies Emphasising the party leader Image spin
