Is a better world possible? This course examines the sociological foundation of politics in society, social movements, and power. It discusses the nature and inter-relationship of capitalism, socialism, democracy, the state, and civil society. Through a comparison of different social movements and their effects, it analyzes various alternatives for organizing society and its institutions. We draw upon different social movement theories and examples to analyze when and why social movements emerge, what factors influence how and why people engage in collective action, how movements promote change, and what tactics have been successful. Prerequisites: SOAN 110 or SOAN 117 , or permission of instructor.

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