Political Ideology
Belief that government should play a strong role in solving social and economic problems
Liberal
The shared beliefs, values, and norms about government and politics
Political Culture
Generation born after World War II, often associated with social change
Baby Boomers
A survey measuring citizens’ attitudes about politics and public policy
Public Opinion Poll
Government policy controlling the money supply and interest rates
Monetary Policy
Belief that government power should be limited and free markets emphasized
Conservative
The process through which people acquire political beliefs and values
Political Socialization
Generation raised during the rise of technology and globalization
Millennials
A sample that accurately reflects the population being studied
Representative Sample
Health insurance program for Americans age 65 and older
Medicare
Ideology favoring maximum personal freedom and minimal government involvement
Libertarian
The principle that all individuals are equal before the law
Rule of Law
Generation shaped by economic uncertainty and cultural shifts in the 1970s–1990s
Generation X
Poll conducted after voters cast their ballots
Exit Poll
Economic idea that tax cuts stimulate investment and job growth
Supply-side Economics
Political position that falls between liberal and conservative views
Moderate
The belief that everyone should have the same chances to succeed, but not necessarily equal outcomes
Equality of Opportunity
Economic crisis beginning in 1929 that reshaped American politics and government
Great Depression
Polls used by candidates to test campaign messages and strategy
Benchmark Polls
Mandatory government spending programs for eligible citizens
Entitlements
Something that divides voters based on values and ideology rather than policy outcomes
Wedge Issue
Places one's interest above the group's interest and wants little interference from the government
Self-centered Individualism
Coalition of voters formed during the 1930s that supported Democratic dominance for decades
New Deal Coalition
Error caused when people refuse to participate or cannot be contacted
Non-response Bias
Constitutional amendment that authorized the federal income tax
16th Amendment