Discussion Post: Sociology in Our Times
• Define the following:
o Meritocracy
o Feminization of poverty
o Pink collar work
o Absolute poverty
• How does Symbolic Interactionist theory explain inequality in the United States?
• How does stratification relate to socialization considering intra and inter generational mobility?
• Discuss the theoretical similarities and differences of Karl Marx and Max Weber perspectives? 4b.Which of both theories best analyze or represent American society social classes as you know it
• Discuss Karl Marx explanation of exploitation, inequality and alienation.
• In contemporary sociological models of the U.S. class structure, discuss Max Weber's model as they relate to the various social classes from the Capitalist (upper) Class to the Under Class?
• How true is the American cliché pull yourself by your boot strap in relationship to Max and Weber's theories
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.