AP GOV Unit 2 Safmed Terms

• Conservative


  Conservatives prioritize law and order even if it means giving up some of their freedoms. They prefer a smaller government with fewer services and support stricter punishments for criminals. They prefer gradual change rather than quick changes.
• Equality of Opportunity


  Led to the creation of Title VII and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in order to ensure fairness. Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, color, and religion.
• Free Enterprise


  free Enterprise shapes views on the role of government in the economy. Conservatives and Republicans support less regulation and lower taxes on businesses while Liberals and Democrats see some government regulation as necessary to ensure fairness and safety.
• Individualism


  different interpretations of individualism have risen over time, such as self-centered individualism, which prioritizes personal interests over the group and avoids government involvement, and enlightened self-interest, which sacrifices personal freedoms for the greater good and expects government support for public welfare. However, individualism can conflict with other values like the common good and public interest. Alex de Tocqueville warned that the dangers of individualism could lead to people focusing on only themselves, isolating themselves from society which could lead to social division.
• Laissez-Faire


  Conservatives support Laissez-Faire because they believe that it encourages business growth and entrepreneurship, leading to policies that reduce regulations and taxes. However, Liberals believe government regulation is essential for protecting workers and ensuring fairness. This difference of opinions on Laissez-Faire impacts issues like taxes and labor rights, focusing on the balance between individual freedom and government roles in the economy/business world.
• Liberal


  Liberals are more likely to experiment with policy. They believe in law and order as well but are concerned about protecting the rights of the accused. They are also accepting of higher taxes in exchange for more government services.
• Political Culture


  Political culture can influence how people engage with politics and their expectations of the government. It also plays a crucial role in shaping the overall political environment and decision-making processes.
• Rule of Law


  Rule of Law establishes fairness and justice within a society. It is a fundamental aspect of a democratic society and prevents the abuse of power and protects individual rights.
• Globalization


  Globalization demonstrates the exchange of ideas and values among cultures.
• Political Socialization


  Political socialization influences how people perceive political issues, engage in political participation, and form opinions about the government.
• Baby Boomers


  Consisting of the years after World War II, a time of peace and growth. As a result, education improved and there were more job opportunities. In addition, these conditions encouraged higher rates of marriage and fertility. During their time they were part of activism, protests, and the civil rights movement.
• Generation X


  People born following the "baby boom" with increased knowledge of technology after growing up during the age of computers. They have also been known to be skeptical of government institutions due to events, such as Watergate and Reagan's administration. (self reliant= the gov. won't always be there to help)
• Generational Effects


  Plays a significant role in a generation's political ideology, leading to shifts in public opinions. (information is better remembered when a person is part of it)
• Lifecycle Effects


  A person's age also affects their political views. Focus shifts to issues that are important at certain times during a person's life (college det, taxes, marriage). This is also shown in how most people considered "liberals"are on the younger side compared to "conservatives" who are older.
• Millennials


  Generally more accepting of issues, such as, interracial couples, same sex marriage, and legalization of marijuans (more liberal than previous generations). They are more diverse, better educated, and support government action to fix problems.
• Silent Generation


  Members of this generation highly valued religion and rejected most cultural changes in the 1960s and 1970s. They hold more conservative beliefs compared to younger generations. Members of the Silent Generation highly influenced the beliefs and ideals of their children, leading to the counterculture movement in the 1970s.
• Great Depression


  Led to economic policies to be created by the government to assist citizens during the recession. President Franklin D. Roosevelt made the New Deal which created government jobs and advanced Americans' trust in the government.
• New Deal Coalition


  The coalition powered the Democratic party for 30 years and largely represented Baby Boomers up until 2006, when the generation started leaning more Republican.
• Iraq Invasion (2003)


  The invasion impacted Millennials' views on war and foreign issues. It caused a higher percentage of millennials to believe that the U.S. should stay out of world affairs (a higher percentage compared to past generations).
• Great Recession (2007-2012)


  The recession caused Millennials to believe in government intervention in a failing economy. It became a deciding factor when more millennials were able to vote in the 2016 election.
• Conservative


  Conservatives prioritize law and order even if it means giving up some of their freedoms. They prefer a smaller government with fewer services and support stricter punishments for criminals. They prefer gradual change rather than quick changes.
• Equality of Opportunity


  Led to the creation of Title VII and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in order to ensure fairness. Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, color, and religion.
• Free Enterprise


  free Enterprise shapes views on the role of government in the economy. Conservatives and Republicans support less regulation and lower taxes on businesses while Liberals and Democrats see some government regulation as necessary to ensure fairness and safety.
• Individualism


  different interpretations of individualism have risen over time, such as self-centered individualism, which prioritizes personal interests over the group and avoids government involvement, and enlightened self-interest, which sacrifices personal freedoms for the greater good and expects government support for public welfare. However, individualism can conflict with other values like the common good and public interest. Alex de Tocqueville warned that the dangers of individualism could lead to people focusing on only themselves, isolating themselves from society which could lead to social division.
• Laissez-Faire


  Conservatives support Laissez-Faire because they believe that it encourages business growth and entrepreneurship, leading to policies that reduce regulations and taxes. However, Liberals believe government regulation is essential for protecting workers and ensuring fairness. This difference of opinions on Laissez-Faire impacts issues like taxes and labor rights, focusing on the balance between individual freedom and government roles in the economy/business world.
• Liberal


  Liberals are more likely to experiment with policy. They believe in law and order as well but are concerned about protecting the rights of the accused. They are also accepting of higher taxes in exchange for more government services.
• Political Culture


  Political culture can influence how people engage with politics and their expectations of the government. It also plays a crucial role in shaping the overall political environment and decision-making processes.
• Rule of Law


  Rule of Law establishes fairness and justice within a society. It is a fundamental aspect of a democratic society and prevents the abuse of power and protects individual rights.
• Globalization


  Globalization demonstrates the exchange of ideas and values among cultures.
• Political Socialization


  Political socialization influences how people perceive political issues, engage in political participation, and form opinions about the government.
• Baby Boomers


  Consisting of the years after World War II, a time of peace and growth. As a result, education improved and there were more job opportunities. In addition, these conditions encouraged higher rates of marriage and fertility. During their time they were part of activism, protests, and the civil rights movement.
• Generation X


  People born following the "baby boom" with increased knowledge of technology after growing up during the age of computers. They have also been known to be skeptical of government institutions due to events, such as Watergate and Reagan's administration. (self reliant= the gov. won't always be there to help)
• Generational Effects


  Plays a significant role in a generation's political ideology, leading to shifts in public opinions. (information is better remembered when a person is part of it)
• Lifecycle Effects


  A person's age also affects their political views. Focus shifts to issues that are important at certain times during a person's life (college det, taxes, marriage). This is also shown in how most people considered "liberals"are on the younger side compared to "conservatives" who are older.
• Millennials


  Generally more accepting of issues, such as, interracial couples, same sex marriage, and legalization of marijuans (more liberal than previous generations). They are more diverse, better educated, and support government action to fix problems.
• Silent Generation


  Members of this generation highly valued religion and rejected most cultural changes in the 1960s and 1970s. They hold more conservative beliefs compared to younger generations. Members of the Silent Generation highly influenced the beliefs and ideals of their children, leading to the counterculture movement in the 1970s.
• Great Depression


  Led to economic policies to be created by the government to assist citizens during the recession. President Franklin D. Roosevelt made the New Deal which created government jobs and advanced Americans' trust in the government.
• New Deal Coalition


  The coalition powered the Democratic party for 30 years and largely represented Baby Boomers up until 2006, when the generation started leaning more Republican.
• Iraq Invasion (2003)


  The invasion impacted Millennials' views on war and foreign issues. It caused a higher percentage of millennials to believe that the U.S. should stay out of world affairs (a higher percentage compared to past generations).
• Great Recession (2007-2012)


  The recession caused Millennials to believe in government intervention in a failing economy. It became a deciding factor when more millennials were able to vote in the 2016 election.