Political Compass

The Political Compass is a tool that maps political beliefs along two axes: economic (left to right) and social (authoritarian to libertarian). The left favors more government involvement in the economy, while the right supports free markets. The authoritarian side endorses strong government control over personal freedoms, whereas the libertarian values individual liberty. This diagram helps people understand where their views fit within a broader political spectrum, providing a nuanced picture beyond traditional labels like "liberal" or "conservative." It's used to compare different political ideologies based on their attitudes toward economic policy and personal freedoms.