http://typology.people-press.org/typology - Note what you are calculated as and write a few brief descriptions about the definition. What do you agree or disagree with?
Liberal
Liberals represent 17 percent of the American public, and 19 percent of registered voters.
Basic Description
This group has nearly doubled in proportion since 1999, Liberals now comprise the largest share of Democrats and is the single largest of the nine Typology groups. They are the most opposed to an assertive foreign policy, the most secular, and take the most liberal views on social issues such as homosexuality, abortion, and censorship. They differ from other Democratic groups in that they are strongly pro-environment and pro-immigration, issues which are more controversial among Conservative and Disadvantaged Democrats.
Defining Values
Strongest preference for diplomacy over use of military force. Pro-choice, supportive of gay marriage and strongly favor environmental protection. Low participation in religious activities. Most sympathetic of any group to immigrants as well as labor unions, and most opposed to the anti-terrorism Patriot Act.
Who They Are
Most (62%) identify themselves as liberal. Predominantly white (83%), most highly educated group (49% have a college degree or more), and youngest group after Bystanders. Least religious group in typology: 43% report they seldom or never attend religious services; nearly a quarter (22%) are seculars. More than one-third never married (36%). Largest group residing in urban areas (42%) and in the western half the country (34%). Wealthiest Democratic group (41% earn at least $75,000).
Lifestyle Notes
Largest group to have been born (or whose parents were born) outside of the U.S. or Canada (20%). Least likely to report having a gun at home (23%) or attending bible study or prayer group meetings (13%).
2004 Election
Bush 2%, Kerry 81%
Party ID
59% Democrat; 40% Independent/No Preference, 1% Republican (92% Dem/Lean Dem)
Media Use
Liberals are second only to Enterprisers in following news about government and public affairs most of the time (60%). Liberals’ use of the internet to get news is the highest among all groups (37%).
Note: All descriptions and percentages are based on the national sample of adults surveyed by telephone in December. Based on your answers to the survey questions, you most closely resemble survey respondents within this group, even though you may differ significantly on one or more issues or traits.
In the overall typology there is a ninth group called “Bystanders” who are defined as adults who are not registered, who do not follow news about government and public affairs, and who say they rarely or never vote.
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Your responses:
Statement 1 Strongly
agree Agree Agree Strongly
agree Statement 2
1 Government is almost always wasteful and inefficient
Government often does a better job than people give it credit for
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2 Government regulation of business is necessary to protect the public interest
Government regulation of business usually does more harm than good
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3 Poor people today have it easy because they can get government benefits without doing anything in return
Poor people have hard lives because government benefits don't go far enough to help them live decently
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4 The government should do more to help needy Americans, even if it means going deeper into debt
The government today can't afford to do much more to help the needy
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5 Immigrants today strengthen our country because of their hard work and talents
Immigrants today are a burden on our country because they take our jobs, housing and health care
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6 The best way to ensure peace is through military strength
Good diplomacy is the best way to ensure peace
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7 We should all be willing to fight for our country, whether it is right or wrong
It's acceptable to refuse to fight in a war you believe is morally wrong
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8 Most people who want to get ahead can make it if they're willing to work hard
Hard work and determination are no guarantee of success for most people
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9 Success in life is pretty much determined by forces outside of our control
Everyone has it in their own power to succeed
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10 Too much power is concentrated in the hands of a few large companies
The largest companies do NOT have too much power
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11 Business corporations make too much profit
Most corporations make a fair and reasonable amount of profit
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12 Elected officials in Washington lose touch with the people pretty quickly
Elected officials in Washington try hard to stay in touch with voters back home
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13 Most elected officials care what people like me think
Most elected officials don't care what people like me think
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14 This country should do whatever it takes to protect the environment
This country has gone too far in its efforts to protect the environment
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15 Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy
Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost
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16 Homosexuality is a way of life that should be accepted by society
Homosexuality is a way of life that should be discouraged by society
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17 Books that contain dangerous ideas should be banned from public school libraries
Public school libraries should be allowed to carry any books they want
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18 Religion is a very important part of my life
Religion is not that important to me
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19 I'm generally satisfied with the way things are going for me financially
I'm not very satisfied with my financial situation
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20 I often don't have enough money to make ends meet
Paying the bills is generally not a problem for me
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21 It IS NOT necessary to believe in God in order to be moral and have good values
It IS necessary to believe in God in order to be moral and have good values
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22 Using overwhelming military force is the best way to defeat terrorism around the world
Relying too much on military force to defeat terrorism creates hatred that leads to more terrorism
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23 The growing number of newcomers from other countries threaten traditional American customs and values
The growing number of newcomers from other countries strengthens American society
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24 It’s best for the future of our country to be active in world affairs
We should pay less attention to problems overseas and concentrate on problems here at home
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25 The government should do more to protect morality in society
I worry the government is getting too involved in the issue of morality
In politics today, do you consider yourself a Republican, Democrat, or Independent?
Strong
Democrat Democrat Independent
In general, would you describe your political views as very conservative, conservative, moderate, liberal or very liberal?
Very Liberal
2. www.politopia.com/quiz_index.php3 - Note where you “are” from the country and the description of that location. Who are your neighbors?
I am..
South-You are a Southerner-an egalitarian-which means that you advocate an increased role for the government in the economic realm. You are more or less pleased the government's role in the personal realm.
My neighbors are : Jesse Jackson, FDR, and John Kerry.
3. www.3pc.net/matchmaker/quiz.html - Write down the top three political parties that you are, including percentage of each.
Natural Law 70%
Democratic Party 60%
Green 60%
Republican Party 55%
Reform 45%
Liberation 40%
Constitution Party 35%
4. What are your overall reactions to what you have found in your own answers and the discussions we had in class? Do you have a better understanding of the policies and concerns that both Americans and our politicians have? My reaction towards these tests weren't shocking. I thought that my results were accurate. I belong to the Liberal Party. However I don't know if I would acctually join the party. I think as of now I would like to continue to learn about the party before I make any final decision. I think these tests were helpful because I can see what I think is right for me living in this country and what I don't agree with. It definitely opened my eyes more to our policies and hopefully in the future I do join a party.
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