Archive for the ‘Politics’ Category

Column: The politics of grooming
As Minneapolis City Council President Barbara Johnson learned recently, politics can be hairy, but that doesn’t mean campaign contributions can be used to cover the cost of your coiffure.

sociologist always analyse concept 3 different approaches.
I want to know what is the function of politics in the society based on these three approaches of sociology
1-structural functional approach what they say about the function of politics?
2-social conflict approach ( what they say about the function of politics)

3-symbolic interaction approach( what they say about the function of politics)

I am getting fascinated on the early politics in the United States (roughly from independence to 1820 or so), where there seemed to be deep disagreement among different factions (say, Hamilton vs Jefferson) along with the difference between different colonies and the influence / fights with France and Britain.

What are some good sources (books, online, etc.) to learn more about that part of the history?

Ricky Gervais Politics Tour Live (Part 4)

I’ve noticed that the teenage population gets “turned off” (at least most of them do) by politics. What are some creative ways to get involved in this upcoming election ‘08?

Ricky Gervais Politics Tour Live (Part 5)

I’m currently an undergrad at a liberal arts school. I’m planning on majoring in either politics or philosophy, and a minor in business. After i get my degree, would i be capable of getting hired or nonetheless get an interview with a firm or bank. Also, could a business internship help the situation?

Ricky Gervais Politics Tour Live (Part 3)

Ricky Gervais Politics Tour Live (Part 2)

George Galloway’s Viva Palestina convoy finally arrived in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday with a cargo of activists and humanitarian aid. Their month-long journey was marked by diplomatic tensions, enforced changes of route, and in the final hours, violent clashes with Egyptian security forces. So was it worth it and could it have been handled differently?