Soc315

Sociology 315: Foundations of Social Welfare

Fall 2012

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Some social and economic work trends

Shift from full-time to temporary work

Shifts in economic sectors (manufacturing, service)

Unemployment more restricted (remember post 1960s business backlash?)

Union organizing in the private sector has declined dramatically, more illegal firings , less public support, right to work laws -- decreasing union representation over time (but increases among public employees)

Increasing income and wealth inequality (what's driving it?)

Increasing homelessness and housing insecurity

Increasing privatization of public assets, social welfare

Increasing social inequality

Globalization, outsourcing

Increasing McDonaldization of work force, feminization within low-wage sector

Where does Occupy Wall Street fit??

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