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Politics and Power notes on the UK system
- Essay length: 1769 words
- Submitted: 08/10/2007
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Politics and Power
As majority of people don't understand the actual meaning of politics they have a negative view on it. By adopting a narrow view on politics we believe politics to be about elections, political parties, politicians, the government and parliament.
The broad definition states
Power
There are a number of different ways of defining power; one is where an individual or group of people are able to get what they want, despite opposition from others. We have power so far as we can get others to do what we want and exercise power when we influence someone against their will.
The difference between authority and coercion is:
o Coercion involves the use of force. Eg: rapists or killers.
o Authority is exercised over us willingly as we think it's the right thing to do. Eg police or teachers.
UK Democratic
UK Undemocratic
In a democratic society our views count in the process of decision making. In Britain we can participate and make our views known by:
o Voting, eg: in local, general and European elections.
o Starting or joining
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