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Tag Archives: Sociology
Three Views on the Origin of Globalization
Each of the three views on the origin of globalization provides a competing perspective on how, when, where, and/or why this process and phenomenon of […]
Inequality in Capitalism According to Karl Marx
Why is there inequality in capitalism? Renowned philosopher and economist Karl Marx wrote extensively about his condescension toward capitalism. One of his strong arguments against […]
The Major Theories of International Relations
The theories of international relations provide a framework for analyzing situations involving the interactions between different state actors and non-state actors or the phenomenon arising […]
Causes of the Iranian Protests Explained
What started as a localized public demonstration in Khuzestan Province in July 2021 turned into a widespread protest that swept across Iran, intensified further in […]
Impacts of Dating Apps and Sites: Online Dating Pros and Cons
Dating websites and dating apps have created a new dating culture. The proliferation of portable communication devices such as smartphones and tablet computers has opened […]
Age of Enlightenment: Legacy and Criticisms
An emerging cultural movement shook the Western world and transformed involved Western societies during the 17th and 18th centuries. Scholars call this turning point in […]
Major Types of Prejudice
Prejudice or bigotry is a preconceived unfavorable feeling or negative evaluation or opinion toward a certain person based on his or her group or sociocultural […]
The Difference Between Socialism and Communism
Both socialism and communism share a similarity with regard to their core principles: the creation and maintenance of a social and economic system based on […]
What are Liquid Networks: An Explainer
In his book “Where Do Ideas Come From: The Natural History of Innovation” that was first published in 2010, popular science author and media theorist […]