All Flashcards
Liberalism vs. Conservatism: Government role in economy?
Liberalism: Favors regulation. Conservatism: Favors free market.
Liberalism vs. Conservatism: Government role in social issues?
Liberalism: Less intervention. Conservatism: More intervention to uphold values.
Supply-Side vs. Keynesian: Economic downturn solutions?
Supply-Side: Tax cuts for wealthy. Keynesian: Government spending.
Liberal vs. Libertarian: Government intervention?
Liberal: Some intervention for rights. Libertarian: Minimal intervention.
Conservatism vs. Libertarianism: Social issues?
Conservatism: More intervention for values. Libertarianism: Less intervention.
Fiscal vs. Monetary Policy: How to manage economy?
Fiscal: Taxation and spending. Monetary: Money supply and interest rates.
Cause and effect: Strong family influence on political views?
Cause: Family instills values. Effect: Children share parents' views.
Cause and effect: Generational effects on political views?
Cause: Major events. Effect: Shared political views among a generation.
Cause and effect: Biased question wording in polls?
Cause: Unclear questions. Effect: Skewed poll results.
Cause and effect: Random sampling in public opinion polls?
Cause: Equal chance of selection. Effect: Reduced bias in results.
Cause and effect: Cutting taxes on the wealthy?
Cause: Supply-side economics. Effect: Stimulate economy (theory).
Cause and effect: Government spending during downturns?
Cause: Keynesian economics. Effect: Stimulate economy (theory).
What is the goal of Social Security?
Provide financial support for older Americans, disabled, and dependents.
What is the goal of Medicaid?
Provide health insurance for low-income individuals and families.
What is the goal of Medicare?
Provide federal health insurance for 65+ or disabled.
What is the goal of Welfare?
Government programs for financial support.