The development of the institution of clientage is traced from ancient Rome to modern times. The patron-client relationships in the hierarchical nature of society and institutions in Spain and Latin America are specifically examined. (RM)

Discusses the impact of the work of Alvin Ward Gouldner, politically and sociologically. Stresses Gouldner's relationship with and writings on Marxist philosophy. (MK)

Briefly explores the history of political parties as presented in the major works of twentieth century U. S. political historians. Highlights attempts of political parties to control government policies. (JDH)

Contending that Senator Patrick McCarran of Nevada was the real force behind the communist witch hunts of the lage 1940s and early 1950s, this essay explores McCarran's legislative legacy. The first section examines McCarran's background and the legislative bodies over which he held sway. The second section delineates his legislative "Grand…

A series of articles discusses the responsibility of the state for the work of educational organizations. Traces the history of this support in Finland and Sweden from the 1920s to the present. Details the history of the Labour Party in Finland as a significant factor in the development of these educational organizations. (NJ)

Discusses civil rights policy and legislation in the United States during the 1940s. Describes President Harry S. Truman's civil rights program, the development of the Fair Employment Practices Commission, and the Congressional deliberations they underwent. (MJL)

Amos Kendall's place in journalism history rests largely on his service as a journalist turned government official in the two administrations of President Andrew Jackson. Historians have claimed that Kendall was an influential journalist of the "partisan press" era, but they have provided little documentation. That documentation has been…

McDonald contends that in the 1820s economic and technological changes were creating sectional differences in the United States while the political arena declined in influence. Genovese argues, however, that from the earliest days of the republic different ways of life in the north and south led to a sectional division changing the political…

Presents an historical analysis of the socialist revolution of 1917 which brought Lenin and the Bolsheviks to power in the Soviet Union and led to the establishment in Russia of a communist government. (DB)

This article chronicles events surrounding the pro-ERA/anti-Mormon civil involvement demonstration by 21 feminists in Bellevue, Washington, on the occasion of the dedication of the Bellevue Mormon Temple. (DB)

Explores how analyses and visions of U.S. society shape the appeal of progressive pedagogy but focusing on the evolution of political and educational ideas among African American civil rights activities who created alternative schools for black children in the 1960s and 1970s. Concludes that support for progressive pedagogy depends on the…

Examines magazine articles published in the 1920s to show that, contrary to common statements that the women's movement collapsed following getting the right to vote in 1920, the women's movement was a vibrant force that was shaping the beginning of a new social order and preparing women for assimilation into the political system. (SR)

Contends that the movement toward individualism in the United States has undercut the legitimacy of the community and public realm. Examines the extreme historical positions of individualists (Whigs) and collectivists (Tories) and argues for a synthesis between the two that invests rights in both the person and society and views individuals and…

Describes geopolitics as the branch of geography that explores the relationship between geographical realities and international affairs. The essential task of the discipline is to identify those geographical circumstances that explain the power interests, the character, and the behavior of nations. Includes a lesson plan that introduces students…

Discusses the development of Black nationalism with reference to the influences of Marcus Garvey and his followers such as Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., Elijah Muhammad, and Malcolm X. (JLF)