The Political Spectrum Quiz By Alyssa O’Neil

The Communist approach on the political spectrum Communism is basically where businesses and production are under the control of one single ruler; there is an upper and lower class in a communist regime. Some believe communism to be a form of dictatorship A person with the approach of a communist would most likely shift more towards the idea of the person not having a choice in what they want and forcing the subject to do what they want. Beliefs: Communism is strongly opposed to capitalism depicting it as the downfall to a capitalistic society. Everyone is equal and shares everything, regardless about skill or lineage The only way to be successful is to exploit the secrets of other, in other words throw someone else under the bus, as well as that everyone will be in a communist regime as history shows They basically study economics, politics and history to better the lives for their people instead of actually asking what the people need to better their lives

Democrats on the spectrum Democracy is basically a government in where the people have a say about the way it is run, invented by the ancient Greeks in the city of Athens. People can either directly vote or they can elect representatives to make their case on what they want A democrat is someone who wants to have a say in the way they think that things should be run Beliefs: Democrats basically believe in freedom and equality for all Greater together than on our own Every body has the right to know what is good for them and what isnt Of course in the past there have been some countries that have switched from a monarchy to a democracy to be better for their people

Conservatives on the Spectrum Conservatives are those who generally don’t like change and prefer things to stay the same and think large governments threatens its citizens freedom You are conservative if you like to be responsible for yourself and don’t want the government butting in on anything you do Beliefs: Personal responsibility is the key where you are responsible for anything that concerns yourself There is limited government involved in the day-to-day grime work Traditional American values and a strong national defense emphasize empowerment of the individual to solve problems Social problems are solved on local levels

Liberals on the spectrum Liberals are generally those who like individual rights and equality as well as a limited government to promote individual rights unless its with the economy and protecting the environment You’ll know you’re a liberal when you like the environment and not to fond of change Beliefs: Government action to achieve equality Support consumer protection Support government intervention in the economy Support laws passing people’s rights

Republicans on the spectrum Republicans are generally those who have a policy intended to defeat terrorism and promote global democracy, a more powerful executive branch, supply-side economics, support for gun ownership, and deregulation. You are republican if you have a view of the world being something you want to be kept out of and a strong sense of self defense Beliefs: Strong feelings on national security The death penalty is a necessity The government shouldn’t be worried about spending on things

Radicals on the spectrum Radicals are those who a bit impatient and would support a revolution to bring a change and saw the Civil War as a crusade against the institute of slavery A radical is someone who isn't afraid to stand up for the opinions or beliefs Beliefs: Advocated the enlistment of black soldiers Capitalist societies are characterized by conflict between any group

Moderates on the spectrum Moderates are the ones that sit between conservatives and liberals combining both the aspects into one, and tries to compromise You are a moderate if you find yourself stuck between a conservative or liberal view Beliefs: Moderates believe humankind was made in God’s mind They don’t discriminate against any race, gender, ethnicity, etcetera in any form supports equal opportunity laws to ensure that discrimination practices are outlawed