Understanding Political Ideologies and Policymaking

The video covers political ideologies, their definitions, and how they influence political parties and policy making. It explains the ideological spectrum, differences between liberal and conservative views, and the role of public policy. The video also discusses the process of policy formation, implementation, and evaluation, highlighting the influence of majoritarian policymaking, interest groups, and iron triangles.

What type of issue is characterized by general agreement among political parties?

• Wedge issue

• Position issue

• Saliency issue

• Violence issue

Which term describes someone who is left of center on the ideological spectrum?

• Liberal

• Libertarian

• Populist

• Conservative

What is a key difference between political ideologies and political parties?

• Parties are more flexible than ideologies

• Ideologies are always tied to specific parties

• Parties never change their ideologies

• Ideologies are more flexible than parties

Which ideology is known for opposing government intervention and valuing civil liberties?

• Libertarian

• Progressive

• Populist

• Conservative

What is a common priority for liberals according to the ideological spectrum?

• Traditional values

• Free enterprise

• Equality of opportunity

• Reverence for authority

What is the first stage in the public policy formation process?

• Implementation

• Evaluation

• Formation

• Recognition

Which stage involves the creation of rules and regulations by bureaucratic agencies?

• Recognition

• Formation

• Implementation

• Evaluation

What is the role of interest groups in policymaking?

• They enforce policies

• They influence what policies should be made

• They only support existing policies

• They have no influence

What is an iron triangle in the context of policymaking?

• A group of citizens advocating for change

• A type of public policy

• A permanent network involving Congress, interest groups, and bureaucratic agencies

• A temporary alliance

What is a key characteristic of majoritarian policymaking?

• It is influenced by the majority of people

• It always respects minority rights

• It ignores public opinion

• It is decided by a single leader