SOC 365 - Violence in America

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Explores the historical and cultural tradition of violence in America with special emphasis on interpersonal, organizational and structural violence and its impact on the lives of victims and the quality of life within communities. A major theme is the relationship between violence and social class, sex and gender, and race. In reviewing a range of violent behavior patterns—from intimate violence to hate crimes, from serial murders to state-sanctioned violence—the societal response is investigated relative to prevention, intervention and public policy. Even years Spring.