Political Socialization Flashcards
What is Political Socialization?
The process by which political cultures are formed and passed down from one generation to another
What is Political Culture
The personality of a country’s politics
When does the process of political socialization begin ?
- Birth and ends at death
What are the goals of political socialization?
- encourage loyalty to the nation
- increase support for the system
- increase participation in political life
What is an AGENT in Political Socialization?
An agent is an institution, group or event that influences the socialization process
What is primary socialization?
This occurs at in CHILDHOOD and during the early teenage years
What are the characteristics of primary agents ?
- impacts in the early stages of life
- use an indirect method to teach about politics
Who are some of the primary agents
- Family
- Peer Group
- Social class
- Workplace
How does the family play a role in political socialization?
- They determine political loyalties
- They determine personality characteristics which plays a role in political culture
What role does the Peer Group play in Political Socialization
These persons share equal stats
- They have a great influence on collective behavior
What role does the Social Class play in Political Socialization?
Social class are a group of persons who share a similar socio - economic position
They deal with the types of events attended that can influence the level of exposure to politics
What contribution does the workplace have on political socialization?
Individuals seeking to “fit in” can lead to rethinking of political loyalties
What is Secondary Political Socialization?
This relies less on relationship building and is less personal.
It occurs through institutions
What are the characteristics of Secondary Agents
- Greatest impact is said to be in the later stages of life
- Uses the direct method where political learning is received without disguised
What are some of the Secondary Agents
Educational Institutions - responsible for relaying political information
Political Parties - Try to socialize members to uphold and support the party
Religious institutions - Churches and mosques
*Shapes the belief and behaviors of people and can also shape political behavior
The mass communication media - encourages interaction with the population.
It provides means for propaganda, framing and agenda setting
