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The United States

The United States. Introduction to Comparative Politics: Chapter 3 Dr. Fernandez. Learning Objectives. Identify the cultural, social and political influences on the development of a weak state

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The United States

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  1. The United States Introduction to Comparative Politics: Chapter 3 Dr. Fernandez

  2. Learning Objectives • Identify the cultural, social and political influences on the development of a weak state • Identify the causes of the development of American exceptionalism and its influence on the American regime • Identify contributions of American political thought to democratic thought and the American regime

  3. American Exceptionalism • Weak state • Rugged Invidualism and Work Ethic • Egalitarianism, Low deference to traditional authority • Religious beliefs with Separation of Church and State • Patriotism • Low Participation and Distrust of Government • American creed

  4. The Weak American State

  5. Time Line of U.S. Political Development

  6. Political Parties in the U.S.

  7. Political Parties in the U.S.

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