The sociology of law in the United States

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American legal sociology reflects scientific orientation, producing a large volume of research about almost all aspects of law and the recently-developed theory by Donald Black that can be applied to many aspects of social life. Explorations in pure sociology began in the sociology of law and has attracted international interest.

Analysis, Laws, regulations and rules, Law, International aspects, Sociological research

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Reexamining economic sociology: beyond rational choice reductionism

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Economic sociology is discussed in relation to rational choice theory. Topics include elements of economic sociology and rational choice in neoclassical economics, classical economic sociology in relation to rational choice theory, and some commonalities between rational choice theory and orthodox Marxism.

Social aspects, Economics, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Criticism and interpretation, Social economics, Socioeconomics, Reductionism, Rational choice theory

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Recent trends in faculty employment in sociology

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The trends in availability of full-time, tenure track faculty positions in sociology is examined from some data got from the American Sociological Association. The challenges and tests for the faculty in higher education are presented.

Labor force information, College teachers, College faculty, Employment

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