Robert Fogel interprets the political realignment of the 1990s in the United States as a consequence of the emerging Fourth Great Awakening. He suggests that the political landscape shifted as voters began to prioritize issues related to culture, values, and 'spiritual inequality' over traditional economic concerns, leading to new political coalitions and cleavages.

Fogel's View on the Political Realignment of the 1990s

In political science, a political realignment is a significant and lasting shift in the popular coalitions supporting political parties. This process often involves changes in party ideology, key issues, and the demographic or regional bases of power, resulting in a new political landscape.

Political Realignment

The study of the political interactions and institutions within the United States of America.

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- American politics
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- International relations
- Political economy
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- Political Systems
- Political theory
- Public policy

Political Science Subfields

A Democratic Republic government formed on the North American continent in 1789.

United States of America (Federal Government)

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American Politics

The study and comparison of political systems around the world, particularly of countries other than one’s own.

Comparative Politics

The study of the interactions between global political actors.

International Relations

A philosophical approach to the study of government considering the theoretical foundations of politics.

Political Theory

A political system is the framework that determines how a country's government is selected and how that government subsequently makes and implements decisions that affect the population.

Political Systems

The United States of America is described as a constitutional republic and representative democracy, characterized by 3 governmental levels: Federal, State, and Local

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