Category: Sociology

  • Sicilian Mafia in the US Before and After John Gotti

    There can be only a few doubts that during the 20th century’s first half, the Italian (Sicilian) Mafia used to affect the socio-economic realities in the U.S. to a considerable extent. The Mafia’s influence on the domestic body politics in America’s Northeast remained rather sizable up until the late-eighties – the story of John Gotti…

  • Law and Social Theory

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Social theory of law according to Max Weber Social theory of law according to Emile Durkheim Differences in the Two Accounts The Similarities in the Two Accounts Conclusion References List Abstract This paper examines the social theories of law that were proposed by two of the greatest social theorists, Emile…

  • Convention on the Rights of the Child in Canada

    Table of Contents The four core Articles of the UNCRC (UN Convention on the Rights of the Child) The implications of participatory rights for children Next steps Canada should take to more fully realize UNCRC The four core Articles of the UNCRC (UN Convention on the Rights of the Child) The four core Articles of…

  • Walter Green: Theoretical Orientation of the Practitioner

    Table of Contents Introduction Feedback on the proposed treatment Recommended approach by the practitioner Community resources commonly accessed by the practitioner References Introduction Walter Green is a chemical dependency practitioner with a Masters degree in Nursing and a diploma in chemical dependency practice. Mr. Green has gained popularity in those fields due to his community-based…

  • Social Interaction Problems in USA

    Industrial revolution has caused major changes not only in the life style and living standards of the people but also in the realm of social interaction. These changes carry both positive and negative impacts on social interaction. For example the increase in use of mobile phone should not be seen as an enhancement to social…

  • Public Awareness and Reputation: Newlandia Educational Foundation PR Campaign

    Table of Contents Executive Summary Situation Analysis Goal/s and Objectives of program Research Target Publics Strategy Timeline Budget Evaluation Executive Summary This is a PR campaign proposal prepared by Pacific PR group to Newlandia Educational Foundation. This campaign is geared towards getting third-party news coverage for NEF. This will in turn raising its profile to…

  • Women in Human Services Management

    Presenting a summary of the article The article Women in Human Services Management cites key issues affecting women in their pursuit of managerial positions. Moreover, the study shows that although women seeking managerial roles have increased in numbers of late, the laws developed to champion for workplace equality and ensure visibility in managerial positions has…

  • State Sanctioned Intimacy

    Introduction The state plays a major role in defining the lives of people based on formulated legislature. As such, our general behavior and character is to some extent detected by the state in order to avoid contradiction of the existing law. This is quite important in ensuring that citizens adopt norms that are not only…

  • Child Soldiers in Democratic Republic of the Congo

    Table of Contents Introduction to the Problem Analytic Discussion of the Significance of the Problem The Purpose of the Study Questions and Key Concepts Literature Review Works Cited Introduction to the Problem The Democratic Republic of Congo is one of the postcolonial African countries facing severe crisis. The country has experienced the world’s deadliest conflicts…

  • Why Do People Tolerate Class Subordination?

    Table of Contents Introduction Truth and Power: Michael Foucault The Culture Industry: Horkheimer and Adorno The German Ideology: Marx and Engels Key Concepts and Theoretical Strategy Causal Relationships Internal Validity External Validity Conclusion References Introduction This paper attempts to explain why some individuals accept class subordination in their societies. Class subordination is a product of…