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The contrast between liberalism and conservatism in regards to politics, revolves around the role of the government and the source of social problems and their solutions <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In regards to conservative ideology, this is based on liberty, tradition and individual responsibility. The belief is that a centralized government poses a threat towards the individual freedoms which can stifle economic efficiency. Conservative ideology believes that the best solutions are found in private initiatives, a free market, and local governance, as well as being deeply rooted in tradition, such as a traditional family structure, strong religious values, and national customs. These three are the foundation of a stable society. Also, if change should be made\u2014 if any, should be cautious and incremental. For example, a conservative would believe that high taxes to fund social welfare programs are enabling laziness and therefore problematic, and as a result, stifle economic growth by creating government dependency. A wiser solution would be to encourage economic growth through tax breaks and deregulation, allowing local communities to help those in need through work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In contrast, liberal ideology emphasizes equality, progress and social responsibility. Unlike conservatism, liberal ideology believes an active government is foundational in a successful society. A government is necessary to correct market failures, protect civil rights and provide social safety and create equal and fear opportunities for all, not just the privileged. And focusing on social justice and structural inequalities based on race, gender and class through proactive policy to create a more inclusive society . For example, liberals believe that universal healthcare funded by taxes is a necessity as access to healthcare is a right, not a privilege and a free market would fail to provide equal access. An active government would be needed to ensure that everyone, regardless of income, would receive the care that they need which, as a result, creates a more productive society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In conclusion, the conflict between conservative ideology and liberal ideology causes the fundamental difference between prioritizing liberty and tradition versus prioritizing, equality and reform as the correct path to a successful society. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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When it comes to Louis Althusser he believes that ideology is a material which exists in our actions and institutional routine. He believes that ideology calls out to us, and if we recognize ourselves in that call, and as a result respond, we get placed in a predetermined social role, such as law abiding citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An example of this would be to consider a typical school day students go to class, eat and leave based on the sign of a bell, sit in assigned seats, raise their hands to speak and get evaluated by grades. This ideological state apparatus, which would be the school, teaches a respect for authority and acceptance of hierarchy. If a student accepts and internalizes this, they are seen as a future citizen that everyone should strive for, they are not consciously viewing themselves as a person who is being trained for a capitalistic system. It is simply being seen as common sense.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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