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The Racist Palate
Elite cultural fields often lack diversity, and the fine dining field is no exception. Though we know that marginalized producers of cultural goods, such as … Read MoreCompanions in Conspiracy
Why are conspiracy theories so alluring? Sure, we’ve all had a hunch about something that ran counter to conventional wisdom, but that is vastly different … Read Moretrans joy
Sociology tends more toward documenting social problems than human joy. But despite the many negative experiences of marginalized groups, like transgender people (who, we know, … Read Morepolicing community complaints
Amid rising scrutiny of police violence, many U.S. departments have implemented “neighborhood policing” strategies meant to facilitate non-enforcement contact between police and the community. For … Read Moreanchored in hypermasculine orgs
In a recent American Sociological Review article, Stephanie Bonnes asks what perpetuates organizational cultures of violence and misogyny. Drawing on in-depth interviews with … Read Morefight-or-flight for america
When was the last time anger or fear got the best of you? A jump scare, a close call, a confrontation? For most of us, … Read Morewho’s lonely?
The COVID-19 pandemic gave us all a taste of social isolation, which mental health experts have long warned is detrimental to our well-being. Barring a … Read Morefood insecurity triggering migration
Well-worn explanations of international migration flows focus on factors such as poverty and political instability. New evidence, however, shows migration is increasingly associated with climate … Read MoreSports, Antiracism Efforts, and Public Opinion
Ibtihaj Muhammad is an American sabre fencer, and a member of the United States fencing team. She is best … Read MoreMajor Selection and Post-College Financial Obligations
Imagine telling your family you hope that you or your child majors in philosophy. Feel the blank stare. Watch the slow head-nod. Researcher Natasha Quadlin … Read More