SOC361H5 Chapter FREN: Reading Note-French and Raven
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John french and bertram raven: processes of power are pervasive, complex, and often disguised in our society. There are many more forms of reward -- in fact anything we find desirable can be a reward, from a million-dollar yacht to a pat on the back. It is often physical although other threats may be used. It is the power of dictators and bullies: coercion can result in physical harm, although its principal goal is compliance. Demonstrations of harm are often used to illustrate what will happen if compliance is not gained: ex. Coercion is also the ultimate power of all governments. Although it is often seen as negative, it is also used to keep the peace. Kings, policemen and managers all have legitimate power: referent power (through being attractive to others, this is the power from another person liking you or wanting to be like you.
