Political Socialization

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What are agencies of socialization?

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The family, school, religion and other social institutions that transmit values from one generation to the next

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Which socialization factor is the first to influence the political attitudes of individuals?

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Family

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Where do we learn the basics of the democratic process and gain a full background in the U.S. political system? (Options: At home, In school, On t.v., With our friends)

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In school

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Most commonly understood to embrace solutions by the private sector for public problems

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Conservative

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A political party is...

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an organized group of people with similar political ideas

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Democrats believe that the government should...

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take a larger role in people's lives

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The Republican party believes that...

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immigrants should stay in their own country

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How a political party feels on certain issues is stated in their...

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platforms

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Which party believes in increased economic regulations to help the economy grow and prosper?

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Democrats

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The headline above illustrates how political parties: Raise money for candidates, Make public policy, Monitor the actions of officeholders (act as watchdogs), Recruit and nominate candidates

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Recruit and nominate candidates