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Introduction to Sociology 3e

Further Research

Introduction to Sociology 3eFurther Research

17.1 Power and Authority

Want to learn more about sociologists at work in the real world? Read this overview of sociological perspectives on disenfranchisement of people convicted of felonies.

17.2 Forms of Government

The Tea Party is among the highest-profile grassroots organizations active in U.S. politics today. What is its official platform? Examine the Tea Party website to find out more information.

17.3 Politics in the United States

The 1965 Voting Rights Act was preceded by Lyndon Johnson’s signing of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Both articles were instrumental in establishing equal rights for African Americans. Check out Cornell University’s website on this civil rights to learn more about this civil rights legislation.

17.4 Theoretical Perspectives on Government and Power

Functionalism is a complex philosophical theory that pertains to a variety of disciplines beyond sociology. Visit the entry devoted to functionalism on Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy for a more comprehensive overview.

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