Discuss the Ways in Which Civic Interest and Self-Interest Can

question 56

Essay

Discuss the ways in which civic interest and self-interest can influence government and society.

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Definitions:

Reciprocity Norm

A social norm that expects individuals to respond to each other in kind, rewarding kind actions with kindness.

Ethnic Groups

Socially defined categories of people who identify with each other based on common ancestral, cultural, national, or historical experience.

Mirror-Image Perceptions

The concept that parties in conflict often perceive the other side as ethically wrong or evil, while viewing themselves in a positive light.

Prejudiced Heterosexuals

Individuals identifying as heterosexual who harbor biased opinions or feelings against those not conforming to heterosexual norms.