Political arrangements
A small community insists on having no government interference in people’s personal choices. Citizens may marry who they want, use substances if they choose, and keep their money without government taxation. This political arrangement is most likely ___
Libertarianism
In the city of Harmonyville, citizens gather every month for “Civic Potluck Night,” where local leaders and residents openly debate issues like education funding and environmental protection. People believe government is supposed to serve the community’s greater good, and nearly everyone shows up to vote because it’s considered part of being a good neighbor. This reflects the ___ subculture.
Moralistic
In Neverland, businesses set production based on the invisible hand. The government plays almost no role in regulating the economy, even if workers are exploited or products are unsafe. This system is most likely ___
Laissez-Faire Capitalism
What is Dr. Stephens definition of government?
the legitimate use of force over a territory
What does Han Morgenthau say about the relationship between political culture and laws?
Our laws will eventually represent our collective beliefs about what is right or wrong.
Texans head to the polls to vote directly for their governor, representatives, and on proposed amendments to their state constitution. The government’s legitimacy comes from the people. This is most likely ___
Democracy
Down in Old River Parish, politics is run by a few powerful ranching families who have held office for generations. Citizens are told “good folks don’t meddle in politics,” and most people only vote when their church or boss pressures them. Government exists mainly to preserve social order and traditional values. This reflects the ___ subculture.
Traditionalistic
In Dallas, companies operate in a mostly free market, but the government sets minimum wage laws, requires workplace safety standards, and monitors environmental pollution. This system is most likely ___
Regulated Capitalism
What is Dr. Stephens definition of politics?
How we decide who gets what, when, and how
what did the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo do?
ended the MX/USA war and recognized the Rio Grande as the boudary between the two
The Jocker seizes power in Gotham, dissolves the legislature, censors newspapers, and arrests political opponents. While people can still own property and work, their political freedoms are severely restricted. This is most likely ___
Authoritarianism
In the bustling city of Dealstown, politics is treated like a marketplace. Candidates promise to bring jobs, contracts, and tax breaks to supporters. Citizens don’t really care about lofty ideals — they want to know, “What’s in it for me?” Government is viewed as a way for individuals to advance their own success. This reflects the ___ subculture.
Individualistic
Austin passes a law ensuring that every resident receives free college tuition and universal healthcare, though private businesses still exist. This balance between market and social welfare is most likely ___
Social Democracy
Adelsverien society
group of German nobles that facilitated German immigration to Tx
Which cultural region emphasized distrust of elites and independence?
Greater Appalachia
An evil queen in Narnia not only outlaws free speech and opposition parties but also bans all religions except their official one, dictates what people can read, and controls their education and private life. This is most likely ___
Totalitarianism
The community of Bright Springs holds a yearly “Democracy Festival,” where residents celebrate civic duty with parades and neighborhood debates. New laws are passed to improve schools, healthcare, and community services. Leaders are expected to focus on the common good, and corruption is seen as unforgivable. This reflects the ___ subculture.
Moralistic
In a new Texas government, the state takes ownership of all major industries, including oil, healthcare, and agriculture. Citizens are promised equal access to resources, but private enterprise is eliminated. This system is most likely ___
Socialism
Political Culture:
shared values, ideas, and beliefs about govt and what it can or should do.
Which cultural region brought slavery and plantation politics into Texas?
Deep South
political arrangement goal/purpose
— How a country is run
— The role of the government
— The rights of citizens
In Opportunity City, a local businessman runs for office promising tax incentives for entrepreneurs and better deals for private companies that support his campaign. Voters back him not because they care about ideology, but because they think he can deliver economic benefits directly to them. This reflects the ___ subculture.
Individualistic
economic arrangments goals/purpose:
-- How resources are allocated
— How goods and services are produced
— Economic freedom, which is the right to trade or engage in economic activities
empresario
an entrepreneur who made money colonizing area of MX territories
Purposes of govt
1. maintain order w/ minnimum violence
2. reflect societies political culture
3. provide public goods