Social Issues Essays

Viki, Massey, and Masser (2005), conducted empirical research to determine if the hypothesis “that paternalistic attitudes may influence people’s perception of female offenders” could be accepted or not (p. 109). Research has shown that paternalism can be defined as either hostile sexism or benevolent sexism (Glick and Fiske, 1996). Benevolent sexism is the positive evaluation […]

When All in the Family came out in 1971, it caught an impressive amount of attention. The CBS sitcom ventured into the dangerously taboo ideas and viewpoints held by conservative individuals in the early 1970s and brought them into the public dialogue through the loud, uncensored mouth of Archie Bunker. Like it or not, this […]

For the most part, men are usually credited when it comes to Sociological Theories and explanations. Women were given little attention if any, when it came to matters outside of the household. One woman in particular managed to stand out in the 1800’s despite the plague of gender inequalities during her time. She not only […]

In Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler, the oppression of women in the Victorian era is shown through Hedda’s resistance of those societal norms that limit her to a domestic life. It is fitting that the title of the play is Hedda’s maiden name, Hedda Gabler, for the play largely draws upon the idea that Hedda views […]

The media has had a vast effect on the female-perception of identity over the past 50 years. Drawn to this topic by personal experience, we have each found that the media’s influence over gender roles and the female identity is evident in our every day lives. Whether in television, advertising, the music industry, press, or […]

As Aristotle once said “Beauty, is a greater recommendation than any letter of introduction” (www. thinkexist. com). The beauty bias is the notion that people who are attractive are usually rewarded socially. The idea of beauty is a socially accepted principle and although this principle has been widely accepted from the beginning of time, the […]

“(Behaviour, language, etc.) reflecting the assumption that one sex, esp. the female, is inferior to the other; prejudice or discrimination, esp. against women, on the grounds of sex; insistence on (esp. a woman’s) conformity to a sexually stereotyped social role.” As this entry in a definitive dictionary suggests, sexism is almost always, and often rightly, […]

Although sexism is commonly associated with extreme cases, it remains an ongoing problem that men and women both contribute to in their everyday lives, sometimes even through seemingly minor actions. Although women often face more severe repercussions for sexist behavior or comments made by men, the overall frequency of sexism has considerably diminished over time. […]

A primary argument for the introduction of women into policing is the belief that women bring to the field gender-unique skills and abilities. This argument of “special competencies” has shaped the way women have worked in the field for the last one hundred and seventy years. This paper, the second in the Women in Policing […]

The purpose of this essay is to inform readers of the observations I made during my short stay in Mr. Sutton’s classroom. It also intend to analyze the differences between girls and boys in the learning environment, and in the following areas: how the two groups interact with teachers, how the instructor may reinforce stereotypical […]

In John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men, the characters of Curley’s wife, Crooks, and Candy are discussed in relation to their significance. The novel tackles several enduring issues in America such as sexism, racism, ageism, and discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Although these characters face discrimination, they have become accustomed to it as a normal […]

Multiculturalism is the coexistence of various cultures without dominance in a shared geographic region. The United States, often called a “melting pot,” exemplifies this idea. As the population becomes more diverse and grows rapidly, multiculturalism has gained support and opposition. In this essay, I will explain why I believe multiculturalism is advantageous while addressing concerns […]

Spaces of silence in women’s language Silence can mean many things because it is so ambiguous. It can replace speech to show feelings. It can express many different emotions ranging from Joy, happiness, grief, embarrassment to anger, denial, fear, withdrawal of acceptance or love. Traditionally silence nears the absence of voice, but the word silence […]

Webster’s definition states that sexism involves prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination against women. Nevertheless, I contend that sexism is ineffective and not the underlying cause of women’s discrimination. In my viewpoint, if women perceive unfair treatment, it is due to their perceived inability to attain specific goals. Traditionally, men are expected to be providers and leaders […]

Sexism is a phenomenon embedded in our society. According to the 2020 Best Countries report, more than 20,000 global citizens were surveyed in the study about the gender equality. The result showed that the worst country for gender equality is Arab nations following with Qatar and Saudi Arabia (“The Best Countries in the World”, 2020). […]

“About two in five women (42%) in the United States say they have faced discrimination on the job because of their gender” states Kim Parker and Cary Funk (Gender Discrimination Comes in Many Forms for Today’s Working Women). Sexism is something that transpires everywhere and it’s been around since the first of men and women. […]

Introduction Sexism refers to the retrogressive acts of discriminating against people based on their gender identity or sex. Typically, both male and female genders can be victimized in different contexts. However, discrimination and prejudice against the girls and women are more common compared to the male gender (Deegan, 2014). Sexism is a global social problem […]

Abstract Sexism exists and will continue to sprout thorns in the vines of modern efforts to promote social progression. It’s a reality that is sobering and sharp in the side of activists and marginalized communities, but it’s history and continuously changing effect on society is interesting considering social norms and how standards are changing. One […]

Sexism, which involves unfair treatment or undervaluing of individuals based on their sex or gender, such as limited job opportunities, is often directed towards women. Just like race and class, gender and sex have played a role in creating notable tensions within the United States. Gender discrimination is a widespread problem in the workplace, affecting […]

Regardless of whether one is a sports fan or not, sporting events have the power to unite large numbers of people. Sports broadcasters, who serve as play-by-play announcers for sports networks or specific teams, have various responsibilities including delivering news, offering game commentary, and conducting player interviews. However, is having a pleasant voice and using […]

If the United States truly had racial justice, all people would receive fair treatment; there would be equal opportunities for all people. There would not be inequity in the opportunities and outcomes of races. Racial justice would occur in daily life and on television. Unfortunately, racism still exists today. As Garner (2017) reported, racism has […]

Sexism in The Music Industry Sexism has two main definitions. It can be defined as a “prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex” () or as “behavior, conditions, or attitudes that foster stereotypes of social roles based on sex” (). There are multiple types of sexism (Old Fashioned, Neo-sexist, and […]