They were seen as Peter’s spiritual heirs.
Ideology is a fundamental concept in sociology. Sociologists study it because it plays such a powerful role in shaping how society is organized and how it functions. Ideology is directly related to the social structure, economic system of production, and political structure
Positive: discovered best eastward/westward sea passages between Europe and America
Negative: revolutionized race relations
"Local taxes often pay for road repair, firefighters, and police officers. These services create jobs and help society run smoothly."
This makes the most sense.