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The speaker lists well-known political parties in the Philippines, including PDP-Laban, Nationalist Party, Nationalist People's Coalition, Christian Muslim Democrats, and Liberal Party. The popularity of an ideology is influenced by moral entrepreneurs. Political ideologies have two dimensions: goals (how society should be organized) and methods (how to achieve these goals).
The video begins by defining ideology as a system of political beliefs, an action-oriented set of ideas, or a worldview of a particular social class or group. It notes that the term was first coined by Anton Destutt de Tracy during the French Revolution, referring to it as the 'new science of ideas'. Ideologies offer a worldview of the existing order, a vision for the future, and explain how political changes can be brought about. Political ideologies are described as a set of ethical ideas, principles, doctrines, myths, or symbols that explain how society should work and offer blueprints for social order. They differ among individuals and concern how power is allocated and for what ends. Political parties often follow specific ideologies or draw broad inspiration from related ones.
Anarchism is defined as the belief that political authority, especially the state, is evil and unnecessary, advocating for the abolition of government restraint for full social and political liberty. Often associated with terrorism, its symbol is discussed. Conservatism is the desire to conserve, reflecting resistance or suspicion of change, with central themes of tradition, human imperfection, organic society, authority, and property. Examples like opposition to same-sex marriage and divorce bills in the Philippines are given to illustrate conservative viewpoints, rooted in traditional mindsets and religious beliefs.
Fascism's core theme is a unified national community, emphasizing 'strength through unity' where individual identity is absorbed into the group. It describes a governmental system led by a dictator with complete power, suppressing opposition, regimenting industry, and promoting aggressive nationalism and racism. Fascism often uses violence to achieve peacefulness, promoting conflict as part of a social Darwinist view. The speaker discusses how some perceive President Duterte's actions, like the 'Tokhang' campaign (drug-related killings), as fascist due to the use of violence and the perceived devaluation of individuals without social contributions.
Liberalism centers on commitment to the individual, creating a society where individuals can fulfill their interests. The Liberal Party in the Philippines, associated with former President Aquino, is an example. Socialism opposes capitalism, aiming to provide a more humane and socially worthwhile alternative, positioned between capitalism and communism. It focuses on workers' rights and contributions, such as advocating for better wages.
Capitalism is an ideology focused on profit and production in privately owned enterprises, often associated with wealthy businessmen. The speaker provides examples of the richest families in the Philippines as capitalists, noting potential conflicts of interest when businessmen become politicians. Nationalism promotes the interests of a particular nation, aiming to gain and maintain sovereignty, with 'Bayan Mo Na' party list and 'Made in the Philippines' campaigns cited as examples. Feminism aims to achieve political, economic, personal, and social equality of the sexes, with Gabriela and politicians like Risa Hontiveros representing this ideology in the Philippines, focusing on women's empowerment and protection against abuse.
The speaker advises that political ideology should ideally be in the 'moderate' area, as extremes (like fascism on the right or communism on the left) often lead to violence. The influence of ideology extends beyond politics, affecting all aspects of life, often unconsciously. The speaker notes some political analysts contradict President Duterte's claim of being a 'leftist' because his actions align more with violent tendencies.
The video includes a short interactive activity where students identify ideologies from images. Examples include identifying 'ideology' (from left and right symbols), 'feminism' (from images of women's rights), 'anarchism' (from its symbol), 'nationalism' (from flag and national symbols), and 'capitalism' (from images of money and businesses).
The speaker assigns a two-part activity for students: a short quiz on Edmodo and a research task on Philippine presidents to identify their political ideologies and supporting observations. The next topic will be about 'power,' specifically the power of government.