Political Socialization

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What is political socialization?

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The process through which an individual acquires his/her particular orientations - his/her knowledge, feelings, and evaluations regarding his/her political world.

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Most of us gain our basic attitudes that shape our political opinions from: the media, church, friends, family

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family

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an ideology favoring more government control over social behavior, fewer regulations on businesses, and less, limited government interference in the economy.

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conservative

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an ideology favoring less government control over social behavior, and greater regulation of businesses and the economy.

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Liberal

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political party that most closely aligns with conservative ideology, often referred to as the GOP (Grand Old Party).

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Republican Party

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political party that mostly closely aligns with liberal ideology.

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Democratic Party

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What is a key difference between political culture and political ideology?

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Political culture encompasses societal norms and values, while political ideology is an individual's set of beliefs about politics and government.

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The idea that every person, even those in power, must follow and is accountable to the same laws that govern all.

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Rule of Law

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The idea that each person has the ability to shape their life and destiny through the choices they make.

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Individualism

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the impact of historical events experienced by a generation upon their political views.

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Generational effect