Widely shared set of beliefs and values concerning government and other individuals

Protection of basic freedoms, equality under the law, etc.

The process by which we get our political attitudes, values and beliefs.

Who are the agents of our political socialization?

Family Peers Schools Religious and Civic organizations Mass Media

◦ Selective exposure?◦ Selective perception?

Political Activities

Family-values and politics Peers-see family Schools-patriotism, respect for authority---

pledge of allegiance, civics requirements Religious/Civic organizations-moral views

and responsibilities (abortion, assistance to the poor, etc.)

Mass Media-? MTV, Facebook, Twitter Political Activities: discussing politics,

working on a campaign, SGA, etc.

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