Essays and Research Papers on Race Politics & Society

This 12 page paper answers the question what is popular culture. The discussion starts with a broad definition and then looks at the way that it is seen to emerge with different theories as popular culture being a reflection of society, an influence that shapes society and that it is a concept associated with ...

A 5 page paper which examines the importance of studying and understanding cultural relativity. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines the works “A Conflict of Vision” by Thomas Sowell and “American the Unusual” by John W. Kingdom. The paper discusses how the two compliment each other and how they differ. The paper also discusses their opinions as they relate to the future education leaders in America. No additional sources cited.

3 pages in length. This element of cultural superiority and class stature clearly illustrates how Western capitalism is nothing more than a system that invokes exploitation and alienation, and stands in the way of solving world poverty. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 9 page paper looks at how fashion trends and fashion designers have looked to other cultures for inspiration. The paper considers some background to this including elements of potential ‘cultural theft’ from the eighteenth and nineteenth century. The paper then considers how the use of ethnic influences can be seen in today’s fashion, using ...

A 5 page overview of the manner in which ethnicity expresses itself in nationalistic expression across the world. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page analysis of the outcome of the Civil Rights movement. Written in the form of an address to Congressional Committee on Domestic affairs, this paper contends that our approach to civil rights in this country has turned into what is perceived, among non-black minorities in particular, as a point of contention. ...

Racism remains a problem in today’s society. The problem remains individual attitudes, which may be reinforced with gang membership. This 3 page paper considers how the problem of racisms in street gangs may develop and the strategies that could help reduce the violent results. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 4 page report discusses read Karen Swift's 1995 book "Manufacturing Bad Mothers: A Critical Perspective on Child Neglect. Swift presents the perspective of both an academician and a protective services social worker as she discusses the idea that there are "hidden realities" related to child neglect that are related to socio-economic status, race, and ...

This 6 page paper look at the social identity of the Jewish community in the US, and argues that the manifestation of this is as a selective form of collectivism, which is separate form any national ties. The paper looks at different approaches form inside the community and the perception of Israel to assess this ...

This 6 page paper gives an overview and critique of Elijah Anderson's book, Code of the Street. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of the issue of ageism. This paper relates the societal changes that have resulted in a devaluation of the elderly. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 8 page paper considers the question of whether America is breaking apart. In Is America Breaking Apart, John Hall and Charles Lindholm considered what some view as the decline of the American culture, and assessed some of the central influences of modernity on the structure and status of the American social identity. ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the connection between social research and the conceptualization of Asian cultures. Western researchers have often had difficulties assessing the specific nature of Asian cultures, primarily because these cultures represent deeply ingrained social views and long-standing traditions that are unfamiliar in the Western world. Bibliography lists ...

This 5 page paper examines this 1968 classic work that disputes the controversial Moynihan Report. The black family is highlighted but general changes in family life are duly noted. No additional sources cited.

This 8 page paper considers how, over time, with different weak or minority groups, there has been the fight for equality. Real equality is economic equality, with freedom and choice. The paper looks at how the fight and the perceptions remain similar, but the arguments may reflect the contemporary time as well as the way ...

This 7 page paper considers the views of Weber and Taylor. Max Weber, in his Bureaucracy, and Frederick Taylor, in Scientific Management, both relate the elements of identification and organizational (social) structure that can be applied to an understanding of the efforts to change social perspectives in the criminal justice organization. Bibliography lists ...

This 3 page paper examines the morality of set aside programs. Affirmative action is discussed in general. The subject is approached through both a utilitarian and deontological view. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

3 pages in length. Definition of the essential American Way is as vast and varied as the number of identities that help to comprise one of the world's most culturally diverse nations. To say the primary attributes include individualism, materialism, capitalism, questionable social conscience and an unquenchable desire to be the best is ...

This 3 page paper discusses the statement that “we live in a world where poverty and inequality are increasing and increasing globalization has not benefited the poor countries”. The paper examines both sides of the argument using relevant data to support the arguments, before coming to a conclusion. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

9 pages in length. Understanding the impact tensions have upon the development of cities is to realize the fundamental components that create the need for municipalities in the first place. Tensions reflect the building blocks of growth and expansion; without tensions, there would be no singular force strong enough to warrant such urban ...

This 3 page paper analyzes the book, The Intercultural campus by Greg Tanaka.Examples given from the text, main points summarized. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper discusses the findings and philosophies of Anthony Rotundo in respect to the male image, past and present. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 8-page paper focuses on negotiation and cultures in the Middle East, with specific emphasis on the clashes between Israel and the rest of the Arab world. Using Hofstede's dimensions, the paper explains the source of some of the clashes. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 3-page assignment focuses on Badwar's article on "The Circumstance of Justice," in the book Philisophical Perspectives on Sex and Love. In this article, Badwar argues against Sandel's theory on Inverse Proportionality.