CMN 3155 Lecture 11: CMN3155 Lecture 11 Notes
16 Oct 2017
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Lecture 11: the evolution of political ideologies and party labels in canada. Christian and campbell, introduction: the appeal of ideology . Ideologies can be placed on a spectrum and are commonly referred to based on their place on it. Hierarchy in society is inevitable, from god, to the king, to the king"s army, to the people; religion is generally inseparable, at top of hierarchy; this is the natural order . Government (king) is there to defend the people and maintain the status quo. Liberalism was revolutionary in its approach compared with classical conservatism: Man is rational, reason can guide behaviour; empiricism"s roots. Hierarchy should be eliminated; equality of opportunity (for all) is key. Individual rights/one"s liberty/pursuit of happiness are key; collective rights lead to nationalism/tribalism. Government"s role should be minimal - there to help create opportunity for all. Socialism pulls elements from both conservatism and liberalism, and adds its own twist: Generally pro-technology and pro-change, even transformational change as necessary.
