Smelser (Value-Added Theory) Argues That the Police Can Increase Support

question 22

True/False

Smelser (value-added theory) argues that the police can increase support for a social movement by using force against protesters, provided that people not involved in the movement perceive this use of force as excessive or inappropriate.

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