A proposition for a general theory of ideology

Abstract: This is a paper proposing a general theory of ideology based on two theoretical components, liberty and change. Liberty is seen as a system for understanding the individual and its relation to the group, change is seen as a system for understanding our future prospects. I propose that these two components can be used to coherently describe ideology over time and space. I describe the various perspectives on liberty and time that are needed to do this. I also conduct a small q-study to test whether there is any indication that this approach holds weight. The results indicate that this conception of a general theory of ideology is plausible.