Instructions: Write a 7-page paper that analyzes the parties, interests, forces, and outcomes of a political movement, using the topics, concepts, and theoretical frameworks engaged in this course on political sociology.
Implement some version of the below structure:
Introduction (1 paragraph)
Introduce your movement, its opposition, and foreshadow the major relevant concepts in political sociology that will aid in your exploration of the pursuit of greater political voice by this group (hint: write the rest of the paper, then write this paragraph where you map what is to come last).
Body (5 pages)
What is the history of this movement? Who are the primary actors (individuals or groups)? What are/were their goals? What tactics did they use to achieve greater political voice in general and their particular goals? (1 page minimum)
What challenges do/did this movement face? Who was the primary opposition? Why did they oppose the movements goals? What tactics did they use to prevent the movement from achieving their goals? (1 paragraph minimum)
How do political sociologys concepts, topics, and theories facilitate understanding of the work o
f this movement? Students should use at least 5 theories, concepts, or analytic categories from the course readings and lectures to analyze, discuss, and demonstrate the significance of the topic. This section should engage a minimum of five questions listed on the paper proposal document.(3 pages minimum)
What is was the outcome or what is the current status of the movement? Where do things stand? In what ways was the movement successful, in what ways was their opposition successful, where does the movement appear to be going from here? Why do you believe the outcome/current status was the result? (1 paragraph minimum)
Conclusion (1 paragraph)
What is your opinion on the group, its tactics, its accomplishments, and challenges?
How does political sociology and its associated topics, concepts, and theories?
What are directions for future research on this topic if you had unlimited time, resources, and access to direct interviews with the group?
Topics covered:
Hierarchy of Power 1: Gender- Social class- Race- the state and state violance- Police Brutality and Mass Incarceration- Reconciliation & Reparations- Culture- education and healthcare