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Key Concepts in Political Science

Key Concepts in Political Science

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Social Studies

12th Grade

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Ed Ford

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1.

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elitist theory

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theory of democracy that the elites have a disproportionate amount of influence in the policymaking process.

2.

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natural rights

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the right to life, liberty, and property, which government cannot take away.

3.

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inalienable rights

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rights the government cannot take away.

4.

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participatory democracy

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the theory that widespread political participation is essential for democratic government.

5.

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constitutional republic

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a democratic system with elected representatives in which the constitution is the supreme law.

6.

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politics

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the process of influencing the actions and policies of government.

7.

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civil society groups

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an independent association outside the government’s control.

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