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Gone But Not Forgotten: Thorstein Veblen

Thorstein Veblen, born on July 30, 1857, in Cato, Wisconsin, stands as one of the most provocative and insightful economists and sociologists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.…

Inequalities

How the 2021 Child Tax Credit Transformed Housing Stability for Low-Income Families

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The expanded Child Tax Credit (CTC) significantly decreased the likelihood of low-income families needing to move due to rent or mortgage affordability issues, reducing housing instability. The expanded CTC effectively…

Culture

Why Some Acts of Cultural Borrowing Spark Outrage: Insights from a New Study

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Acts of cultural boundary-crossing evoke significant disapproval when perceived as disrespectful or exploiting the target culture, especially when done by individuals of higher socioeconomic status. The concept of "cultural tariffing"…

Education, Podcast

Society Today Podcast, Episode 1 (Kristian Karlson)

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It's finally here! Episode 1 of the Society Today podcast, featuring Dr. Kristian Karlson of the University of Copenhagen, is now live! Listen below for a fascinating discussion about racial…

Disability

Special Education and Socioeconomic Status: Unveiling Parental Strategies for Success

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High-SES parents of children with disabilities employ a strategic and assertive approach to navigate the special education system, leveraging their financial, cultural, and social capital to ensure optimal outcomes for…

Consumption, Economy, Fundamentals, Globalization, Gone But Not Forgotten, Inequalities, Labor, Organizations

Gone But Not Forgotten: Karl Marx

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What?! Karl Marx?! Yes, today, March 14, we commemorate the passing of the most polarizing figures in history: Karl Marx. Though he died on this date in 1883, few can…

Disability, Fundamentals, Gender/Family, Indigenous, LGBTQIA2S+, Race/Ethnicity

How Many Types of Privilege Are There?

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In sociology, privilege is the array of unearned benefits or advantages bestowed on individuals due to their membership in a social group. Because of the multiple and varied ways privileges…

Demography, Education, Health, Politics

What Happens to Kids When Their Government Runs Out of Money?

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A study of more than 1.9 million children in 67 countries finds austerity increases the odds of child poverty by an average of 14 percent. The two biggest moderating factors…

Health

Decoding Depression: Bridging Genes, Behaviors, and Environments

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People genetically predisposed to depression are also more likely to have experienced negative life events. The genes associated with depression may not just “cause” depression; they might also increase the…

Education

The Struggle for Educational Mobility: A Tale of Race and Reward

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Since World War II, disadvantaged Blacks have been as upwardly mobile as disadvantaged Whites in education. However, highly educated Blacks struggle to maintain their educational advantages at a rate far…