Chapter 4 American Political Culture Political Culture Definition

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Chapter 4 American Political Culture

Chapter 4 American Political Culture

Political Culture Definition: a distinctive and patterned way of thinking about how political and

Political Culture Definition: a distinctive and patterned way of thinking about how political and economic life out to be carried out. So, how should our gov’t carry on politically and economically?

Our Political System The duties of our gov’t should be carried out according to

Our Political System The duties of our gov’t should be carried out according to the following elements: a. Liberty b. Democracy c. Equality d. Civic duty Has the gov’t successfully carried out these four elements? Has the US experienced political conflict? When?

Economic System Americans support free enterprise but want limits on the marketplace…Why? Americans prefer

Economic System Americans support free enterprise but want limits on the marketplace…Why? Americans prefer quality of opportunity to equality of result…Explain. Americans have a shared commitment to economic individualism and selfreliance…Huh? ? ?

Role of Religion Americans are highly religious Religion has driven our politics Liberals and

Role of Religion Americans are highly religious Religion has driven our politics Liberals and conservatives use religion to promote political change Are these statements true? Explain.

Sources of our Political Thinking 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Revolution Distrust

Sources of our Political Thinking 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Revolution Distrust of authority Political parties Religious diversity Family values Class distinctions Technology Which factor listed above has the most influence on our political thinking? Explain.

Do we Mistrust our Gov’t? Do we? Explain. Since 1950, the majority say yes…Why?

Do we Mistrust our Gov’t? Do we? Explain. Since 1950, the majority say yes…Why? 1. Vietnam 2. Watergate 3. Clinton 4. 911 5. Housing bust Remember, distrust of our officials does not necessarily mean distrust of our gov’t.

Questions 1. What is the biggest factor that shapes your political thinking? Explain. 2.

Questions 1. What is the biggest factor that shapes your political thinking? Explain. 2. What is the biggest factor that shapes public opinion? Explain. 3. Are interest groups good or bad for the American government? Explain.

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