Political Spectrum Explained | What is the Political Spectrum? | Left Vs Right

What is the Political Spectrum? | Left Vs Right

This video describes what a political spectrum is, and what it is used for. It goes into the most common political spectra called the Left-Right spectrum and what each side is in simplistic terms. It then charts out different political theories and ideologies, policies, and parties from the United States, United Kingdom, France, and Poland. Afterwards, it concludes with some caution about the left-right spectrum and why it is important to understand what it is when analyzing bias in the media, politics, and in yourself.

00:17 - What is a Political Spectrum?
1:06 - Where is it used?
1:49 - LEFT VS RIGHT
2:47 - Political Theories on the Political Spectrum
3:34 - Policies on the Political Spectrum
4:13 - Political Parties on the Political Spectrum
4:47 - It’s NOT Black and White
5:25 - Why does the Political Spectrum matter?

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[grumpyyellowfang]

I didn't even know somebody can cover such a charged topic while being so unbaised

[ntmn]

Thank you for this video and talking about how things aren’t so black and white. This is so important in today’s political climate, where everyone acts like you have to be either one thing or another. It’s not that simple!

[chadpowell]

Wow I’m a lot closer to the center than I thought . Keep making these videos ! We need them

[packblixty]

Overall, I think the 2 major party system in the US has created so many problems today. It seems as if either side will do whatever it takes to keep as much of the power as possible. A couple recent examples of this is the Democratic Party pushing the Green Party off the ballot in a couple of the very important swing states, and the Republican Senate pushing for a new SCOTUS nomination before the election, despite not even voting on Obama’s nomination, Merrick Garland, back in 2016. Like George Washington believed, if there were no parties things could be much better. It would also encourage people to do more research to learn about candidates rather than always voting for left or right.

[CrystalLovesChrist]

I love your channel and how unbiased you are. I was scared to search information about these political/economic philosophy’s at first because I thought people were going to sort of explain it in terms of their beliefs. But you do a very good job at giving a remarkably unbiased general view on each side you talk about (I like the historical context that you provide as well)

[joseph]

I was raised in an environment so strongly biased towards the left that I don’t even know what to believe anymore. That being said, It’s refreshing to see such an informative video and comment section for a change, rather than a mess of heated arguments and bias.

[alexandervastardis]

Just to correct something, the Right has never been considered Fascist until Google changed the definition. It was always Communism (Left) vs Capitalism (Right).

[johnpawlowski]

Very well explained and illustrated, making it easy for anyone like myself at 70 yrs of age to follow..

[jimbridger]

This is an excellent video. You are right, Prof Zimmerman, that we need to better understand these topics and concepts ourselves so that we can combat media bias and make decisions based upon fact. I find it difficult sometimes to separate voting for the person and voting for the party. I wish both matched up perfectly but oftentimes they don't. Look forward to future videos! Keep 'em coming!

[SuperChickJanice]

Thank you so much for these videos that only state FACTS and not opinions. 🖤🖤🖤

[joemilleriv]

All this political talk the past couple years has gotten me more interested in learning about how all this works. I’ve never really been knowledgeable enough on all this stuff to have solid stance on either side but I’m slowly learning which policies and parties I agree with more personally

[Salena]

Thanks for this . If only politics was explained this well all the time, we wouldn't feel so confused. I'm in my late 50's and it's taken all these years to try to understand politics, thanks to channels like yours we can all learn more .

[falsereality]

And here I believed the shrink telling me I had a split personality disorder.

[bobbythespaceghost]

Great information!!!! Thank you. I like how simplified it is for everyone to understand. That's all I ask when I am researching information.

[carloswaluda]

Thank you SO much for uploading this! And also explaining other countries leanings too.

[DogBoy]

This was awesome. With todays political climate throughout the world more people need to have this basic understanding. This video has definitely answered and raised more questions for me to dive in to, thank you.

[tdawg]

Thank you very much! This helps me understand the political parties and spectrum much better!

[PieCreeper]

I'd say I am a bit to the right of center.

[karen]

One of the simplest explanations I've seen. I actually get it! The visuals help a LOT