Social Problems and Social Movements

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Discussion Questions

Chapter 3 - The Sociology of Power: Economics, Wealth and Politics

1. What type of economic system is best suited to support and preserve a democratic political system? Explain your point of view.
2. Why do you think that in the twenty-first century some countries are still governed by authoritarian regimes or even monarchies?
   What do you view as the greatest threat to American democracy? Explain your position.
3. Do you think that reducing the level of economic inequality in the U.S. would be beneficial or harmful? Explain your point of view.
4. Do you think that reducing the level of economic inequality in the United States would be beneficial or harmful? Explain your point of view.
5. Should limits be set on the role of money in the United States political system? Explain your point of view.
6. What can be done to increase the percentage of people who vote in elections in the United States?
7. Should changes be made to the United States political system to make it more democratic? If yes, what changes? In any case, explain your position.