Power and Politics
Issues of governance and governments
What is politics
Constitutional monarchies and facism are sometimes elements of this political system
What is right wing political system
A political theory that emphasizes the pursuit of power and national interest in the global scene
What is Realism
An essential element of politics because political issues are conflicts with winners and losers
What is power
This political system sits in the middle of the political spectrum
What is democracy
International relations should be guided by ethical principles, cooperation, and the pursuit of global peace
What is idealism
The lenses of these two POL subfields are used in ITS
What are Comparative Politics and International Relations
Democratic system with separation of powers between executive and legislative branches
What is presidential system
This concept focuses on alliance formation
What is a realpolitik
The study of domestic politics mostly outside of the United States
What is comparative politics
Democratic system in which prime minister is elected by majority vote of popularly elected parliament
What is parliamentary system
Countries are connected through multiple ties, like trade and shared problems, making cooperation important and conflict less likely.
What is complex interdependence
The authority of a state or nation to govern themselves without interference
What is State Sovereignty
Communism is a hallmark of this political system
What is a left wing political system
An agreement where countries work together to prevent or respond to threats against any member.
What is Collective Security