Social Movements and Protest Movements

Flashcards covering key concepts related to social movements, protest movements, and their socio-economic implications.

What are social movements often a response to?

Social movements often arise from grievances related to the actions of governments, corporations, or international financial institutions.

What is a common type of social movement mentioned in the lecture?

Protest movements.

What significant protest movement was mentioned in relation to the late 1970s?

The rights movement outside the Stonewall Inn.

What is the desired stability for companies and governments?

They seek peaceful stability to maintain profitable operations.

What can result from privatizing healthcare according to the lecture?

It can lead to a tiered health system where wealthier individuals can afford care, while poorer segments may be left without access.

What are potential consequences of structural adjustments imposed in low and middle-income countries?

They can lead to reduced care, staff shortages, and negative impacts on communities.

What key strategy do social movements employ to attract attention and allies?

Launching boycotts against companies to publicize their grievances.

What was illegal according to historical context given in the lecture?

Gathering of people of the same sexuality.

What did the professor refer to as the 'opposite of a liberal governance strategy'?

A critical governance strategy.

What can be a major result of protesting against corporations or financial institutions?

It can disrupt the 'good climate for stability' necessary for profit.