Eric Foner Wrote, "The Language with Which World War II

question 57

Essay

Eric Foner wrote, "the language with which World War II was fought helped to lay the foundation for postwar ideals of human rights that extend to all mankind." Do you agree with that statement? Why, or why not?

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Definitions:

Formal Authority

The power granted to an individual or organization to make decisions and enforce rules based on an established position.

Coercive Power

A form of power that is based on the ability to deliver punishments or sanction undesirable behaviors.

Coercive Power

The ability to compel or force someone to do something through threats or force.

Legitimate Power

Power that is officially sanctioned by an organization or institution, and is accepted by members as rightly exercised.