Post: Social Change
When discussing the importance of social movements, Harper and Leicht write, "both political and religious movements seem to need an image of opposing evil and villains" (135). What are the reasons that authors argue this? And why do you think that is? What might be the underlying reasons for needing such an image? Explain your answer.
In this blog entry, I wanted to ask you about your opinion on one of the more recent American social movements - the Occupy Wall Street movement. In your opinion, what happened to this movement? Moreover, are social movements still necessary? Explain your answer.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.