Chapter 4 Gov

All of the following are traditional political values held by most Americans EXCEPT

equality of outcome

Traditional Political Values

equality, rights, liberty, opportunity and democracy

An important change in political culture since 1950 is that United States citizens have become

less trusting of governmental institutions and leaders

Subsidizing

pay part of the cost of producing (something) to reduce prices for the buyer.

Which of the following best describes how the generations view themselves in regards to the idealistic trait?

Baby-Boomer respondents are more likely to consider themselves idealistic than Generation X respondents.

Which of the following public policies is best supported by the notion of free enterprise?

After a review, the Federal Trade Commission approving a corporate merger of cable provider

The experience of those who lived through 9/11 needs to create which of the following outcomes, according to the author of the passage?

Citizens should not let their fear of another terror attack override the country's ability to adhere to the civil liberties protections outlined in the Constitution.

Which of the following is NOT a core value of United States political culture?

Economic equality

A person loses his job and refuses to accept any government assistance to get back on his feet, instead relying on savings and seeking a new job immediately. Which of the following core values would this person most relate to?

Individualism