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Fundamentals, Gone But Not Forgotten, Race/Ethnicity

Gone But Not Forgotten: W.E.B. DuBois

W.E.B. Du Bois, who died on this date (August 27) in 1963, was an American sociologist, historian, civil rights activist, and intellectual whose work and legacy continue to influence discussions…

Gone But Not Forgotten, Race/Ethnicity

Gone But Not Forgotten: Ruby Hurley

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Ruby Hurley, who died on this date (August 9) in 1980, was an influential yet often overlooked figure in the American civil rights movement. Known for her formidable organizational skills…

Politics

Revolutionary Ripple Effects: Do Neighboring Uprisings Influence Democracy?

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A new study explores whether revolutions in one country can lead to increased democracy and reduced inequality in neighboring nations. Different types of political upheavals (revolutions, coups, protest-led ousters) have…

Gone But Not Forgotten, Race/Ethnicity

Gone But Not Forgotten: John Lewis

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John Lewis, a towering figure in American history, dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice, equality, and civil rights. Born on February 21, 1940, in Troy, Alabama, Lewis emerged…

National Holidays

Celebrating Iran’s National Holiday

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In the spirit of global unity, Society Today recognizes and celebrates the national holidays of all the peoples of the world. Today, April 1, is Iranian Islamic Republic Day. We…

Education

ASA Launches The Value of Sociology Initiative

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Last week, in response to conservative attacks on the discipline, the American Sociological Association launched The Value of Sociology Initiative to better demonstrate to voters and policymakers the value of…

Gone But Not Forgotten, Journalism

Gone But Not Forgotten: Ida B. Wells

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Celebrating the Legacy of Ida B. Wells: A Pioneer in Social Justice Ida B. Wells, born into slavery in 1862 in Holly Springs, Mississippi, emerged as a formidable force in…

Gone But Not Forgotten, Race/Ethnicity

Gone But Not Forgotten: Harriet Tubman

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Rest in Power Today, March 10, we commemorate the passing of an extraordinary figure in American history, Harriet Tubman. Born into slavery in Maryland around 1822, her life was a…

Gone But Not Forgotten

Gone But Not Forgotten: Johan Galtung (1930-2024)

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Rest in Peace It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of Johan Galtung, Norwegian sociologist and founder of the field of conflict analysis and resolution.…

Gone But Not Forgotten

Gone But Not Forgotten: Alexei Navalny (1976-2024)

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Rest in Power It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of Russian activist and opposition leader, Alexei Navalny. Few figures in the modern era have…