Political Ideologies and Their Goals

The video tutorial by Emily Pool covers topic 6.7 on ideologies of change and reform movements, focusing on the political and economic spectrums. It explains the political spectrum from moderates to radicals and the economic spectrum from capitalism to communism. The tutorial also delves into Marxism, class struggle, and anarchism, providing historical context and examples. The video aims to help students understand these concepts and their relevance to historical and modern contexts.

What is the primary goal of conservatives on the political spectrum?

• To revert to past conditions

• To implement new laws

• To maintain the status quo

• To promote rapid change

How do liberals typically seek to achieve change?

• By maintaining current systems

• By abolishing private property

• Through violent revolutions

• Through government intervention and new laws

What distinguishes radicals from liberals in their approach to change?

• Radicals focus on economic reforms only

• Radicals seek gradual change

• Radicals desire extreme and rapid change

• Radicals want to maintain the status quo

In a capitalist system, who owns the means of production?

• Communal groups

• Private individuals or entrepreneurs

• The working class

• The government

What is a key feature of socialism in terms of economic management?

• Unrestricted competition among businesses

• Minimal government intervention

• Complete abolition of private property

• Government involvement to reduce wage disparity

According to Marx, what drives the evolution of economic systems?

• Technological advancements

• Cultural changes

• Class struggle

• Government policies

What did Marx believe would naturally follow capitalism?

• Feudalism

• Socialism

• Liberalism

• Anarchism

What is the main critique of anarchism towards government systems?

• Governments should control all property

• Governments are inherently corrupt

• Governments should promote capitalism

• Governments are necessary for order

Who was a prominent figure in anarchism that argued against the necessity of governments?

• Mikyle Bakunin

• John Stuart Mill

• Karl Marx

• Flor Tristan

What did anarchists believe should control property instead of governments?

• Private entrepreneurs

• The working class collectively

• The bourgeoisie

• The military