Institutions in our Social Sphere The second discussion is taken from the reading in Chapter 10 and Chapter 11 and asks you to think through how institutions impact social issues and social change. In this discussion you should respond to the following prompts: In Chapter 10, the social institutions of the family and economy are discussed, along with how they can interact. How do you think the changes in the economic institution (for example: inflation, fewer jobs that pay a family wage, the growing need for a college education) are affecting the social institution of the family. Describe the relationship between the economic, family, and educational institutions in your own life. What do you think would happen to you if you did not have access to a college education? How would that lack of access affect your economic position and your ability to support a family? Politicians can have a significant impact on the institutions that immediately impact us as citizens. Before this discussion, did you know the names of your US senators and representative? Do you know their party affiliations? Present why or why not. Why is it important to know who your civic leaders are and how they vote and support social change? Your initial post should be at least 300 words in length. Support your claims with examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references. Guided Response: Respond to at least two of your classmates posts by day 7.
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