SOC 302 Lecture 4: Soc. 9/12/16 Class Notes
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Manifest function is intended, and usually positive at least for some groups. Draws heavily on marx, weber and friedrich engels. Starting out in different levels of stratification and acting either as individuals or groups, we compete to access to resources and power. Using a variety of means, some individuals and groups compete more successfully and therefore enjoy disproportionate access to resources and power. Those who are more successful in competition defend their privileges and advantages and pass them onto their kids. Those who are less successful, try to improve access to resources and power - leads to class conflict. Sum total of people"s mental, material and digital creations. Values - what we think is really important.
