Explain the key characteristics and philosophical foundations (what contributed to the origins or the start of the ideology) of liberalism, conservatism, socialism, and fascism.

Explain the key characteristics and philosophical foundations (what contributed to the origins or the start of the ideology) of liberalism, conservatism, socialism, and fascism. 

Your response should be at least 500 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.