You will write a 1 page response paper (295+ Words) wherein which you will discuss your opinions of the readings, documentaries, and/or class discussions. To receive full credit, your response paper needs to include/ address the following 1. A discussion of one or more of the theories introduced to you in class (based off lectures or readings) 2. How can we utilize the theory to understand (film watched in class, news item, personal event etc.). As long your journal addresses the above components you will receive full credit. This assignment will be due SUNDAY @ 5:00 PM.
Reading Material:
WEBER
1. Brief background on Weber
2. Max Weber and Modernity
3. Max Weber (please watch videos 7.1-7.8)
Gramsci
2. Hegemony and Power (optional)
3. Hegemony and Popular Culture (optional)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VLP39DPw7s
Watch documentary
4. State of Surveillance (optional)
New5. Justin Beiber and Hegemony (Mandatory) (Clip and Article)
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/news/congresswoman-interrupted-during-nsa-interview-for-report-on-justin-bieber-9082109.html
6. The Untouchables (optional)
(think about how Gramsci would argue the capitalist class in America maintains control without any ramifications for their behavior)
The Illusion of Choice
https://www.businessinsider.com/these-6-corporations-control-90-of-the-media-in-america-2012-6
How Hip Hop Failed Black America (Part 1)
https://www.vulture.com/2014/04/questlove-on-how-hip-hop-failed-black-america.html
How Hip Hop Failed Black America (Part 2)
https://www.vulture.com/2014/04/questlove-on-money-jay-z-how-hip-hop-failed-black-america-part-2.html
How Hip Hop Failed Black America (Part 3)
https://www.vulture.com/2014/05/questlove-hip-hop-failed-black-america-part-3-black-loses-cool.html