PO111 : political science review.docx
Document Summary
Common good: whatever is best for the greatest # of people. Most likely to be achieved through a democratic government. Free rider problem: gaining the benefits without doing any of the work. Often found in political interest groups and lobbying groups. Political legitimacy: people being seen as someone that"s law is accepted. You have the right to exercise authority over others. Legitimacy authority, people will not listen if they do not trust you. 3 aspects of power: authority, legitimacy and distribution. 3 methods: coercion (using fear or threats to enforce power) Inducements: you scratch my back i scratch yours. Persuasion: swaying opinion into your favor without using blunt force, often by supplying them with facts. Persuasion can also be used in the sense of blocking out information in your favor (manipulation, like the assholes at the club trying to get in you pants) Domination: your idea needs to be strong enough (i. e. conservatives dominate economic issues)
