Sociology Discussion Post

Response posts should be 2-3 paragraphs
Think of an insider claimsmaker — they/it can be an individual, institution, or an organization. What characteristics make them an insider claimsmaker? How have they used their power and influence in the policymaking domain, in the media domain, and/or to sway popular opinion? A useful example is found in lecture 8 focusing on the National Rifle Association (NRA) and their influence on policy with the Dickey Amendment(https://www.npr.org/2018/04/05/599773911/how-the-nra-worked-to-stifle-gun-violence-research).

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Posts are factually
correct, reflective, and
substantive. A well
researched response
includes 1-2 rich
examples and draws
connections to other
course material/social
problems.

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