Political Ideologies & Comparative Systems

What is a political ideology?

A set of beliefs and values about how government, society, and the economy should be organized

What is conservatism generally associated with?

Valuing tradition, gradual (rather than rapid) change, and often limited government intervention in the economy

What is liberalism generally associated with?

Valuing individual rights and freedoms, and often supporting reform to expand equality and protect civil liberties

What is socialism generally associated with?

Advocating for greater collective or government ownership/control of resources and production, aiming to reduce economic inequality

What is the political spectrum?

A way of visualizing political ideologies along a line (commonly left to right), often representing views on government's role in the economy and society