Examine the Connection Between Public Policy and Social Movements

question 142

Essay

Examine the connection between public policy and social movements. Discuss specifically how social movements can lead to changes in public policy and increases in political participation. Provide two specific examples of the connection between a social movement and policy change.

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Definitions:

Married People

Individuals who are bound by the social or legal institution of marriage.

Alternative Medicine

Practices and treatments used in place of standard medical therapies, often lacking significant scientific validation.

Upper-Income

Refers to the top tier of income earners, often associated with significant wealth compared to the general population.

Highly Educated

Having acquired a significant level of learning and knowledge through the completion of advanced levels of formal education.