Instead of focusing on just individuals or just institutions, Giddens looks at "social practices" like childrearing or voting that happen across time and space. 2. "Runaway World" and Late Modernity
He advocated for a redefined state that facilitates "equality of opportunity" rather than just acting as a top-down welfare provider. The Sociology of Anthony Giddens
In the past, people followed tradition. Today, we are constantly reflecting on and adjusting our behavior based on new information. Even our self-identity is a "reflexive project" we work on daily. Instead of focusing on just individuals or just
Instead of focusing on just individuals or just institutions, Giddens looks at "social practices" like childrearing or voting that happen across time and space. 2. "Runaway World" and Late Modernity
He advocated for a redefined state that facilitates "equality of opportunity" rather than just acting as a top-down welfare provider.
In the past, people followed tradition. Today, we are constantly reflecting on and adjusting our behavior based on new information. Even our self-identity is a "reflexive project" we work on daily.