The Political Compass

This is a great idea. The standard one dimensional idea of the left to right political spectrum is hopelessly inadequate. The Political compass sets values across two scales, one social and one economic. This presents a much more accurate idea of where an individual stands politically. I do this quiz fairly regularly, and depending on my mood I move a little to the left or right or up and down. But essentially I am where I am, which is firmly ensconced with the libertarian left. I won’t say exactly where, cause some of you mightn’t want to talk to me anymore :), but I’m happy with it, as it’s a looong way from John Howard.

Do yourself a favour and take the test.

The site also has other amusements such as a plot of where classical composers were on the scales, and where the various EU governments stand. Well worth half an hour of your time (although if you want, it need only take 5 minutes).