Political socialization begins in childhood. Some research suggests that <u>family</u> and school teachers are the most influential factors in socializing children, but recent research designs have more accurately estimated the high influence of the media in the process of political socialization.
Family is the single most important factor in your political socialization. However, throughout your life, your political values are influenced by college, adult peers (workers, friends, neighbours, spouses), political leaders, media and your political experiences.