Explain the rise of feminism and discuss the issue of gender inequality in health care and education as it relates to women in the United States.
Explain the conflict perspective on Social Security and discuss intergenerational competition and conflict.
Compare and contrast the functionalist (pluralist) and conflict (power elite) perspectives on U.S. power.
Discuss the globalization of capitalism, including its effects on workers, the division of wealth, and the global superclass.