Ideology
Definition
An ideology is a set of beliefs, values, and ideas that shapes the way an individual or group such as a political party sees the world. It influences their understanding of social order and how it should be achieved.
Analogy
Think of ideology like the filter on your favorite photo editing app. Just like how a filter changes how you see an image, an ideology changes how people perceive and interpret events in the world around them.
Related terms
Political Spectrum: This refers to the range of political views from liberal (left) to conservative (right). Where one falls on this spectrum often aligns with their ideological beliefs.
Partisanship: This is strong support for a specific party or cause, often influenced by one's ideological leanings.
Political Socialization: The process by which individuals learn and adopt their political ideologies. This can come from family, education, peers, media etc.
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Practice Questions (6)
- How does the ideology of Supreme Court justices impact their decision-making with regards to precedents?
- What is the primary reason for changes in ideology among political parties over time?
- Which pattern is prevalent when analyzing the ideology of Supreme Court decisions over time?
- Which ideology most closely aligns with the belief of a limited government, free market economy, and strong defense?
- How did the Reagan Revolution impact Republican Party ideology?
- Which ideology did Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal reflect?
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