Political Participation

Political socialization: Means by which citizens acquire their political ideas and beliefs
1. Family
2. Religion
3. Gender
4. Education
Political Culture: A distinctive and patterned way of thinking about political and economic life ought to be carried out
1. Sources: -Family -Political Parties -Religious Diversity
Political Ideology: A coherent and consistent set of beliefs about the specific actions government should take
1. Liberals: Believes that the gov should be used in a limited way to remedy the social & economic injustices in the marketplace
2. Conservatives: Stress that individuals should be responsible for their own well-beings & should not rely on gov assistance
Ways people participate in elections
1. Work on campaigns
2. VOTING!
3. Protest policies
4. Communicate with officials

Resource summary

	Created by Tania Tait about 5 years ago