write a one-page essay on What is civil society and what is its relationship to the state? How does it generate “educated consent?” Provide examples of “educated consent” in a capitalist society.
Write a one-page essay on Define ruling class hegemony using the concepts of state, civil society, ruling class, subalterns, coercion, and consent.
In the Week 2 readings, we learn that the self is a distinct identity that sets us apart from others. There are a variety of diversity dimensions that make us unique, including race, gender, religion, age, and class. In addition, many of our identities intersect, and depending on the environment or social context, can …
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Overview As American citizens, we can use our voices to communicate to our authority figures about how their decisions can impact society. One of the ways that we as citizens can participate in the creation of a future where all citizens are treated equitably is to voice our collective needs to those …
Discuss the role of political parties and interest groups in shaping public policy and government decision-making.
Former president of the American Association of Social Workers (now the NASW), Benjamin Youngdahl,stated in his 1953 farewell address: “Is our function as social workers limited to the treatment ofpathologies, or do we have a positive or preventive function to perform as well?”
What constitutional and extraconstitutional limits exist on the exercise of presidential power domestically and internationally? Give a specific example of how a past president has attempted to expand presidential power. In what ways is the U.S. presidency unique as compared to the heads of state of other countries? Do these …
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Review the Bill of Rights for the U.S. Constitution (the first 10 amendments) to understand what rights are listed. There are numerous online sources to find the Bill of Rights.Next, go online and look up your state’s constitution. Find three state sections that are similar to or align with the Bill of Rights (the first …
“To what extent has Diplomacy and the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations contributed to a consolidation of ‘International Society’ and the maintenance of international order?”
Explain how encryption can be protected as free speech. What is the difference between criminal and civil law in examining free speech issues? Please be sure to use at least 3 scholarly sources.
