WGU C181: Survey of United States Constitution and Government STUDY GUIDE. Exam Review. VERIFIED 2024 | 28 Pages

Democratic socialism - -A socialist form of government that guarantees civil liberties such as freedom of speech and religion. Citizens determine the extent of government activity through free elections and competitive political parties. Government - -The legitimate use of force within specified geographical boundaries to control human behavior. Communism - -A political system in which, in theory, ownership of all land and productive facilities is in the hands of the people (in effect, to the government), and all goods are equally shared. The production and distribution of goods are controlled by an authoritarian government. Laissez faire - -An economic doctrine that opposes any form of government intervention in business. Social equality - -Equality in wealth, education, and status. Police power - -The authority of a government to maintain order and safeguard citizens' health, morals, safety, and welfare. Rights - -The benefits of government to which every citizen is entitled. Public goods - -Benefits and services, such as parks and sanitation, which benefit all citizens but are not likely to be produced voluntarily by individuals. Socialism - -A form of rule in which the central government plays a strong role in regulating existing private industry and directing the economy, although it does allow some private ownership of productive capacity.Freedom - -The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint. Capitalism - -The system of government that favors free enterprise (privately owned businesses operating without government regulation)