Why does our personal political ideology matter? I believe it is very important to know what we believe and why we believe it. Because when it comes time to vote we can match what politicians say to our beliefs, and that will help us be informed voters. There are four main political ideologies in the United States of America. Most people in the United States can identify with one of these belief systems. They are effective in showing some of the fundamental beliefs of the American people. According to James Wilson, John DilIulio, and Meena Bose, in their book AmericanGovernment the four core beliefs are: "The conservative - Generally a person who favors a more limited view and local government, with fewer government regulations on business, lower taxes, and a greater dependence on the market. They believe in the reduction of welfare programs and in greater social conformity to traditional values ​​and harsher policies towards criminals. They are against abortion and homosexual marriage".(120)."The liberal - In general a person who favors a more active federal ...