Basics

The field studying and analysing political processes and behaviours

Comparative Politics International Relations National Politics Political Philosophy Political Theory Public Policy

The concept which negotiates and competes for resources and makes common and binding agreements

The interaction between authorities and citizens. *The National Government is usually the main actor.

The government is the most powerful actor within the state. Needs to promote peace and build a monopoly to prevent conflict.

Governments can abuse their power and turn against their citizens.

Is the production of intended effects. Cause a change.

Power prevailing over political outcomes. · Influence over outcomes & behaviours · Winners vs Losers

Controlling preferences. · The government manipulates over policymaking processes · Barrier reinforcement · Some times the government isn’t considered legitimate

Shaping preferences. · The government has a monopoly over preferences · Changing opinions

All 3 dimensions are centralised with one party/leader

There is competition for the dimensions. These are distributed along the political system.

Is the right to exercise power

• Traditional: monarchy, long-lasting, unlikely to change • Charismatic: based on a leader, subject to change over time • Rational: based on the rule of law and legality principles

The acceptance of political authorities from the public.

The government is accepted by outside actors.

The government is accepted by its citizens.