Policy, Economy & Social Issues
The economic policy that encourages government spending to manage demand.
What is Keynesian Economics?
The process by which people develop their political beliefs.
What is Political Socialization?
The generation influenced by the Great Depression and World War II.
Who is the Silent Generation?
A poll taken before a campaign to measure initial support.
What is a Benchmark Poll?
The belief that individuals should pursue their own self-interest with little government interference.
What is Individualism?
The economic approach favoring lower taxes and less government involvement.
What is Supply-Side Economics?
The most significant influence on political beliefs during childhood.
What is Family?
The generation that grew up during the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Movement.
Who are the Baby Boomers?
A poll that tracks changes in public opinion during an election.
What is a Tracking Poll?
This principle ensures laws apply equally to all citizens, including leaders.
What is Rule of Law?
This tax system increases rates as income increases, supported by liberals.
What is a Progressive Tax?
Schools, peers, and media all contribute to this process of belief formation.
What are Agents of Political Socialization?
The generation shaped by détente and social liberalism, known for being more individualistic.
Who is Generation X?
This polling error indicates how much results might differ from reality.
What is the Margin of Error?
The idea that government should promote a fair playing field for everyone.
What is Equality of Opportunity?
The health insurance program for elderly Americans.
What is Medicare?
Exposure to values and cultures from other nations that can influence U.S. political beliefs.
What is Globalization?
The generation influenced by the 9/11 attacks and the Great Recession.
Who are the Millennials?
When voters give misleading answers to appear socially acceptable, this occurs.
What is the Social Reliability Bias (or Bradley Effect)?
The economic philosophy that supports a “laissez-faire” approach to business.
What is Free Enterprise?
The 2010 law that provided government-supported healthcare options for all citizens.
What is the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?
Churches, volunteer groups, and sports teams shape beliefs through this type of influence.
What are Social Environments?
The phenomenon where people’s political views shift as they age and experience major life events.
What are Lifecycle Effects?
The trend of voters supporting a candidate simply because they appear to be winning.
What is the Bandwagon Effect?
A person who supports social change, government programs, and prioritizes liberty over order.
What is a Liberal?