A Comparative Introduction to Political Science

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Essay Questions:

1. How does the concept of ideology extend beyond a simple discussion of what people want the government to do for them in a specific instance?
2. What are the key differences between Marxism-Leninism and democratic socialism? How are the two still related?
3. Are feminists always left of center? Why or why not?
4. Are conservatives always Christian? What is the role of religion in conservative movements found in non-Christian countries and how is this related?
5. What sect or sects of Islam are responsible for the militant view of the Islamic religion, often viewed as advocating terrorism?