Political ideology defines a set of beliefs that an individual has towards the political nature of a society. An individual possesses critical political values and feelings, which act as a filter through which he or she perceives everything and everyone in the political world (Jost, Jaime, and Christopher 309). In most cases, once an individual identifies with certain political beliefs they become part of one’s life. It is impossible for an individual to operate accordingly without the political values or beliefs. Political ideologies may vary in different ways depending on the political mission of the individual. The ideologies vary in complexity, consistency, and flexibility.
Political ideology develops in various ways and may unique among different people. The first way through which an individual may develop a political ideology is through observation. The individual may be exposed to the political environment where certain people behave in a specific way. He or she may observe the governance of a certain leader or party and come up with ample conclusion on a political issue that may be influencing the current leadership.
In addition, an individual may develop a political ideology by participating in the political activities of the society. The participation exposes the individual to the political procedures and issues of the region. Participation offers extensive experience useful in defining the political ideology of an individual.
Political ideology highly depends on the political socialization of an individual. Socialization in politics defines the habit of engaging in analysis situations with a group of people over the political issues of the region. Political socialization entails thorough evaluation and analysis of concerns of the society (Jost, Jaime, and Christopher 311). Individuals access extensive political concerns that are useful in defining the political stand of an individual.
Peers and the media are the main agents who have influenced my political ideology through political socialization. The media cover exclusive political topics and air sensitive political information. The information that the media release in the form of news is highly significant in defining the political discussion with peers. The information from the media is highly sensitive since it relies on exclusive research and analysis. Therefore, the information attracts massive political ears so that people may acquire an outstanding topic for discussion. Once we get into a discussion with my peers, the discussion gets more interesting since there is an opportunity for argument and conviction. It is easy to elaborate and show through physical expressions one’s feelings towards a political issue.
Time is a master to many activities and not an exemption to my political ideology. It is true that with time the political ideologies change. The main causes of the change are the issues that engulf the politics as time elapses. The political world is highly sensitive and at some point, there will be rampant changes that require exclusive consideration. The views of different people change with time and mine is not left out. Political socialization is one of the ways by which I acquire political ideology, and I will have to interact with strangers every day. In the discussions, it is highly possible that I will borrow an idea from another person, which will automatically change my view over certain political issues.
My political ideology is extensively significant for a set of reasons. The first reason is that it gives me the political meaning and understanding of my society. It assists in interpreting issues as they unfold in the society and dictates the most outstanding position to take a certain time. The politics of the country are extremely significant, and they define the nature of governance in the region. Political ideology is useful in understanding certain political issues and connecting them to other elements, which may not be part of the political issues. Therefore, political ideology assists in comparing different issues with the aim of developing a concrete conclusion on why certain things are happening.
Political ideology is not only significant in political issues but daily activities. The element forms a habit of believing in one’s views regardless of the people on the opposition. This helps one to stand by principles of a certain issue without being swayed by the public views. It also instills confidence in an individual and prepares him or her for the tasks ahead since political ideology is an element of confidence in an individual. In life, it is always wise to stand by one’s beliefs and principles.
Labels are titles that show an extra element about an individual. They define an individual according to what they do, or they can do (Jost, Jaime, and Christopher 313). In most cases, labels signify superiority. However, different people may prefer the titles for various reasons. This depends on the significance that the individuals would want the title to hold. The first and the main significance of the labels is to demand respect. People will easily identify with the strength or the ability of an individual once he or she attaches the label in the name. Some people would seek recognition at different platforms, and the label would automatically attract the recognition.
The potential of an individual is mainly defined by the potential he, or she has. Potential is no visible, and no one can tell the extent of his or her potential. Experts in different fields show it by action and not by status. However, some people may not be confident of who they are and their potential until they have a name for it. The name gives them confidence though they may fear loss over a certain issue.
Work Cited
Jost, John , Jaime Napier, and Christopher Federico. "Political Ideology." Political Ideology: Its Structure, Functions, and Elective Affinities. N.p., 13 Mar. 2009. Web. 17 Sept. 2014. < http://www.psych.nyu.edu/jost/Political%20Ideology__Its%20structure,%20functions,%20and%20elective%20a.pdf
