Federalism
What is federalism?
Federalism is a system of government that divides power between a central national government and individual regional or state governments.
What purposes do political parties serve?
Decide on certain important public issues
Align on values/issues
What is a “political ideology”?
Made up of the attitudes and beliefs that help shape our opinions on political theory and policy
What is a grant?
The “carrot” when it comes to getting states to do what the government wants
Government gives money to a state to do what the government wants them to do
Is the grant the CARROT or the STICK when it comes to government compliance?
Carrot
What are the advantages of federalism?
Promotes:
Policy innovation
Political participation
Accommodates diversity of opinion
What purpose do political cartoons serve?
What are the two extremes on the political ideology spectrum?
Left wing and right wing
What is a mandate?
Government tells the states what they want them to do, does not provide money for this
Is the mandate the CARROT of the STICK when it comes to government compliance?
Stick
What is public opinion?
The opinion of the general public about something
What role do third parties play in America?
They bring different issues to the table that might be different than the ones promoted by the main political parties
What are the three main political ideologies today?
Conservatism
Liberalism
Libertarianism
IS THIS AN EXAMPLE OF A GRANT OR A MANDATE?
Camp Twin Lakes - This camp is receiving $70,000 to support medical care for medically fragile campers during the summer. Funds will provide on-site medical facilities, staff, and equipment, enabling children with serious illnesses, disabilities, and life challenges to participate in camp activities free of charge.
A grant
Why is it important to know your rights?
Important for you to be able to protect your education, safety, and personal freedoms. If you don't know your rights, you are going to be taken advantage of and your political ideology will be misinformed.
What influences someone’s public opinion? Give at least 3 examples.
Public opinion is influenced by family, friends, media, etc.
How do third parties disrupt politics?
They do not get a lot of votes, but they contribute to the political sphere
What does political socialization accomplish in politics?
Brings problems to the attention of the people who can make actual changes
IS THIS AN EXAMPLE OF A GRANT OR A MANDATE?
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides eligible workers with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for qualifying family and medical reasons.
A mandate
What are some disadvantages of libertarianism?
No long-term ability to balance wealth
Assuming a perfectly balanced society
Everyone will participate in society equally and only need government interference with property/national defense
What is political socialization?
The process by which we are trained to understand and join a country’s political world
The way that we approach the political world
The beliefs and attitudes that influence the way we approach politics
How do you decide who to vote for?
Examine their policies
Observe what they value - look at their family life, way they live their own lives
See if they do what they say they are going to do
What are similarities between the big three ideologies?
Free market economy
Civil liberties protections
Government promotion of public safety
What are the 4 types of grants? and how are they distinct from one another?
Categorical - Federal money given to state and local governments with strict rules on how it can be spent
Project - Money is awarded on a competitive basis after organizations or governments submit specific proposals
Block - Fixed sums of federal money awarded to state and local governments to fund broad-purpose programs like community development, public health, and social services
Land - Federal land donated to support road, railroad, bridge, and canal construction projects
What does the first amendment accomplish? All 5 accomplishments.
RAPPS
Religion
Assembly
Press
Petition
Speech