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jlmhmf

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Discuss the principles proposed by the authors that are needed to guide public policy with the goal of reducing or eliminating social problems in the United States.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Discuss the sociological dilemma and the benefits that would come with policymakers overcoming their bias against sociologists.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ideal Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Outline the basic tenets of a progressive social policy as opposed to a conservative social policy.
2. Explain the basic components advocated for in the book (increased government programs, focus on children, etc.).
3. Assess why we would expect these policies to alleviate social problems.

Answer to Question 2

Ideal Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Explain the benefits to policymakers of thinking sociologically.
2. Articulate the current bias against sociological data.
3. Interpret how you think the world would be different if this bias were overcome.


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