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Discussion Post
For this discussion, consider a current social phenomenon or event (like a political movement, a trend in popular culture, or a particular subculture).
Below are some questions that you may consider when analyzing your chosen phenonmenon. These questions are guidelines for your post, and it is not required that you answer them.
Task
Question I. What elements of mechanical or organic solidarity are present within this phenomenon and how have they manifested?
Question II. What structures exist in this societal context, and how do they contribute to stability or change, per Parsons' perspective?
Question III. How can Blumer's symbolic interactionism help us understand the meanings that people attach to this phenomenon?
Question IV. Where can you see Goffman's concept of 'performances' in play in this context?
Question V. Is there a figure related to this phenomenon or event that might be considered to have 'charismatic authority,' as Weber defines it? If so, how does their charisma contribute to their influence?