Political elites vote in a more partisan fashion than the…
“Political elites vote in a more partisan fashion than the mass public; this tendency, too, follows a curve. The more you know, the more likely you are to vote in an ideologically consistent way, not just following your party but following a set of constraints dictated by a political ideology.”
About This Quote
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More educated voters tend to vote consistently with their ideology, not just party lines.
In simple terms: Knowledge sharpens ideological voting.
Understand your political principles.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- election campaigns
- policy debates
- civic education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you vote as you do?
- How does education shape your politics?
Complex issues can blur ideological lines.