Which of These Is NOT One of Sociologist William Gamson's

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of these is NOT one of sociologist William Gamson's four possible outcomes of social movement activities?

• A) The social movement may achieve its goals and win acceptance as a legitimate organization.
• B) The goals of the social movement may be co-opted by winning social approval in the absence of any significant change.
• C) The programs of social movement organizations may be preempted by authorities who adopt their agenda but denigrate and ridicule the organization that originated them.
• D) The goals of the movement may be achieved although the majority of people are still not in favor of them.

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