Explain why one might argue that the U.S. government is not purely democratic.

What will be an ideal response?


1. Citizens have equal rights to vote, but some populations are substantially disenfranchised.
2. Certain candidates officials receive large sums of money to run their political campaigns, so not everyone can really run for high-level political office and have a decent chance of winning.
3. The Electoral College sometimes overrules the popular vote.
4. The two-party system limits representation of alternative ideas in the highest political arenas.

Sociology

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In Milgram's famous study participants received a significant fine for not obeying orders

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

During the classical period, old age was considered

a. ugly. b. a sign of wisdom. c. heroic. d. beautiful.

Sociology

Profits in the labor-intensive plantation system could be maximized if a large, disciplined, and ______ workforce was maintained by the landowners.

A. young B. White C. able-bodied D. cheap E. well-educated

Sociology

Discuss holistic medicine and how it compares and contrasts with traditional Western medicine. Describe the future you envision for "alternative" medicine in the West.

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology