Affirmative Action Refers to the Purposeful Steps Taken by an Organization

question 90

True/False

Affirmative action refers to the purposeful steps taken by an organization to create employment opportunities for minorities and women. It is required by law for private employers with fifty or more employees.

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Definitions:

Herman and Chomsky

Edward Herman and Noam Chomsky, authors of the "Manufacturing Consent" theory, which critiques the media's role in propagating elite interests.

Mass Media

Various platforms of communication that are capable of reaching a large audience, including television, newspapers, radio, and the internet, often used for disseminating information, entertainment, and advertising.

Face-To-Face Interaction

Direct, in-person communication between individuals, allowing for non-verbal cues and immediate feedback.

Functionalist Theories

Theories that view society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability, emphasizing the interrelations of social institutions.