How Do Members Of The Upper Class Today Modern Western...

How do members of the upper class in modern Western society influence the general population? Introduction In modern Western societies, the upper class is a social class made up of 1-2 percent of the population that wields the majority of the population’s wealth (Boundless, 2015). It is this 1-2 percent that also has the power to influence the behavior of people in lower social classes, such as the middle and lower class (Boundless, 2015). However, it is how this minority in Western society influences the masses. I chose this topic because I was intrigued by how a minority, such as the upper class, in society has the power to influence the masses. My investigation aims to show how a minority social class uses multimedia, propaganda and wealth to influence the general population on a global scale. Primary sources will include adolescents, adults and seniors of the middle and lower class. Secondary sources will be articles, books and written reports by experts. What are the differences between the social classes in modern Western society? To understand how individuals of the upper class influence people from lower social classes, it is important to understand the gap that exists between the social classes; as well as the layers that exists within each social class. It is also important to understand why these gaps exist and how they contribute to who has power in modern Western society. Upper class People who are considered to be membersShow MoreRelatedAncient Greece s Influence On Western Civilization2158 Words   |  9 PagesMuch can be said about the Greeks and their contribution to Western Civilization greatly and how they paved the way. The Greeks subsidized Western Civilization greatly, contributing areas of architecture, government, and many more. The Greeks built the Parthenon, a temple dedicated the infamous goddess Athena, who they viewed as there patron. The famous temple has columns and groundwork that characterizes Greek architecture. The architects were concerned with conducting a sense of perfect balanceRead MorePolitical Behaviour Impact to Leadership Excellence11497 Words   |  46 Pagescomes that of tighter groups-the electorate, election constituencies, political parties, pressure groups, and conflict groups. Political behavior in this sense is the behavior of individuals and groups outside the government who are striving to influence or take possession of the government. The volume ends as we reach the special organized activities of the state, as exemplified by legislative and administrative institutions. Political behavior is political activity common to all politics. CertainRead MoreTo What Extent Was The Economy Responsible For Rome s Decline?3483 Words   |  14 PagesRome was an ancient civilization so mighty its influence is still felt today. Rome was able to conquer much of the land around the Mediterranean. They were a people with advancements not seen during the time, introducing forms of science and war that are still seen today (Andrews)1. This society lasted for over 1,000 years, leaving its mark on the world for years to come. How could it be that this mighty civilization came to fall? The decline of a Rome is an often-debated topic due to the many factorsRead More18th Century Fashion and It’s Influence on 21st Century Trends1887 Words   |  8 PagesHave you ever noticed how fashion is constantly repeating itself? There are several trends that have come, gone, and come again. A few examples are bell bottoms, skinny jeans, leg warmers, and flannel shirts. But how far back do the repeating trends go? Styles from the 20th century repeat but some trends and styles you see today go back much further than that. Although 18th century clothing was a lot more elaborate then todays you can see its influence in fashion today. Although there areRead MoreGreek Society After The Persian War2646 Words   |  11 PagesGreek Society after the Persian War The Persian War had a great impact on Greek society, particularly allowing them to become united during and after the Persian War. The Greek city-states that used to fight amongst themselves had now became united under one common threat allowing ideas to flow more freely than they had before. This unification lasted long after the Persian threat had subsided but the impact that unification had, was undeniable allowing advances in government, philosophy, art, theaterRead MoreThe Origin of Social Stratification5566 Words   |  23 PagesINTRODUCTION Social stratification is rigid subdivision of society into a hierarchy of layers, differentiated on the basis of power, prestige and wealth. It is the hierarchical arrangement of people in a society. Stratification is common in the animal kingdom on the basis of power and gender and some form of stratification has probably always existed among humans. With the development of food and other surpluses resulting from technological advances in agriculture and manufacturing, some peopleRead MoreSocio-Cultural Development17197 Words   |  69 Pagessocial and cultural environment Paul Wetherly Contents Introduction: what is the social and cultural environment? What has it got to do with business? Society, culture and business Demographic trends—an ageing population Immigration and multiculturalism Class structure Inequality A woman’s place? Looking ahead Summary Case study: decline of the working class? 123 150 152 152 153 153 153 Review and discussion questions 125 128 132 135 139 145 149 149 Assignments Further reading Online resourcesRead MoreThe Discipline Of Cultural Anthropology3459 Words   |  14 Pagesscientific study of human beings-that is, human creature viewed in the abstract: male, female, all colors and shapes, pre-historic, ancient, and modern. Many cultural anthropologists come to believe that the idea of our past and present societies, from the social and cultural structure of them, to the religion and language, as well as the symbols of that society all contribute to the bigger picture. Anthropology, then, most fundamentally viewed, is simply the attempt of human beings to study and henceRead MoreCultural Anthropology6441 Words   |  26 Pagesregarding art * Emic: insider (member) view or members of culture * Etic: outsider (observer) view or anthropologist based on observation Modern Art? North America, Western Europe, Folk Art= woven bowl - as anthropologists what sort of meanings does this art have? Ethno-aesthetics- refers to local cultural definitions of what is art and what is good art. - (ex. Wood carving standards in West Africa, Graffiti Banksy) The Anthropological Study of Art: Influence of Franz Boas in first halfRead MoreImpact of Media on Socio-Cultural Values and Social Institution in Indian Society10316 Words   |  42 PagesThe media, known as the fourth pillar of democracy, has a huge impact on the society. The effects are of course, positive as well as negative. Media is such a powerful tool that it literally governs the direction of our society today. It is the propeller as well as the direction provider of the society. Opinions can change overnight and celebrities can become infamous with just one wave by the media. The growth of media as an industry has accelerated over the past few years with new forms such as