Morris Janowitz stands as a pivotal figure in 20th-century American sociology, best known for his contributions to military sociology, urban sociology, and the sociology of professions. His work bridged empirical rigor with theoretical innovation, carving out a space where the…
Alexandra Kollontai (1872–1952) stands as one of the most pioneering and complex figures in the early Soviet Union and in the broader tradition of socialist feminism. A revolutionary Marxist, diplomat, prolific writer, and the first woman in modern history to…
Social integration is a foundational concept in sociology that addresses how individuals and groups interact within a shared society. It concerns the degree to which individuals feel connected to and accepted by their social environments, institutions, and communities. Social integration…
Sexism is not simply a matter of individual prejudice or personal bias; it is a deeply rooted social and cultural system that organizes relations between genders through uneven distributions of power, privilege, and opportunity. Sociologically, sexism operates as a comprehensive…
The relationship between power, authority, and social stratification represents one of the most fundamental and enduring concerns within sociology. These three interlinked concepts explain how societies are organized, how individuals and groups maintain control, and how inequality becomes embedded within…
Capital punishment, often known as the death penalty, stands as one of the most enduring and contentious institutions of modern society. It involves the deliberate, state-sanctioned taking of human life as retribution for crime—typically murder, treason, or crimes deemed threatening…
The concept of empire has long stood as one of the most powerful frameworks for understanding global power and inequality. While ancient empires relied on visible conquest and territorial expansion, modern empires operate through more subtle, sociologically complex mechanisms. The…
