Untitled Deck Flashcards
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What is liberalism?
A political ideology that emphasizes civil rights, individual liberties, social progress, and government intervention in the economy to promote social welfare and reduce inequality.
What is conservatism?
A political ideology focused on preserving traditional values, limiting government intervention in the economy, and prioritizing individual responsibility and free markets.
What is populism?
A political ideology that supports the rights and power of ‘ordinary people’ over the elite or establishment, often emphasizing nationalism and anti-globalization.
What is libertarianism?
A political ideology that values individual freedom, limited government, free markets, and non-interventionist policies in both domestic and foreign affairs.
How does media affect campaigns and candidates?
The media shapes public perception of candidates and campaigns through coverage, framing, and the emphasis on particular issues or scandals.
How do candidates affect media coverage?
Candidates influence media coverage by using strategies like press releases, soundbites, or selective framing of events to present themselves positively and manage public perception.
What is ideology?
A set of beliefs and values that influence political and social views.
What are social groups?
Groups such as race, religion, gender, or socioeconomic status that often share similar ideological beliefs, shaping political alignment and policy preferences.
What is sampling error?
The margin of error (MOE) is the degree of inaccuracy in poll results due to using a sample rather than surveying the entire population. It is usually expressed as a percentage.
What is political culture?
The shared attitudes, beliefs, and values about how government and politics should operate.
What is an example of individualism?
Belief in personal responsibility (e.g., U.S. capitalism).
What is an example of collectivism?
Emphasis on community welfare (e.g., Scandinavian social democracy).
What is the FCC?
The Federal Communications Commission regulates interstate and international communications, ensuring content follows laws while balancing free speech rights.
What is freedom of speech?
Protected under the First Amendment, but the FCC enforces restrictions on obscenity, indecency, and certain forms of speech on public broadcasts.
What are the shortcomings of public opinion polling?
Sampling bias, poorly worded questions, low response rates, and timing issues can lead to inaccurate polls.
How do public opinion polls affect policy?
Politicians may base decisions on public opinion polls, potentially prioritizing popularity over long-term policy effectiveness.
What is random digit dialing?
A polling technique where random telephone numbers are generated to survey a representative sample of the population.
What are agents of political socialization?
Individuals, groups, or institutions that influence political beliefs and values, such as family, schools, peers, media, religion, and political events.
What is media bias?
The perceived or actual partiality in media reporting, where news coverage may favor one perspective over others.
What is an example of liberal bias?
Favoring progressive views.
What is an example of conservative bias?
Favoring traditional or right-leaning perspectives.
What protections does the First Amendment provide for media?
The First Amendment guarantees freedom of the press.
What restrictions are placed on media?
Media is subject to laws on libel, slander, copyright infringement, and national security constraints.
How does polling affect politicians and policymakers?
Polling provides insight into public opinion, influencing campaign strategies, policy decisions, and politicians’ priorities to align with voter preferences.
