The " rise " of India on the global economic landscape has been accompanied by the revival of debates regarding the role played by social institutions such as caste, religion and gender in shaping an individual's life chances. This paper... more
The " rise " of India on the global economic landscape has been accompanied by the revival of debates regarding the role played by social institutions such as caste, religion and gender in shaping an individual's life chances. This paper engages with this debate by looking at a micro-level case study of the occupational choices of Muslim ex-millworkers in Mumbai city. Religion as a social institution combined with negative emotions and a lack of political patronage creates barriers for Muslims in the labour market, compelling them to seek livelihood opportunities in a ghettoised economy.
This sermon commemorating Martin Luther King's anniversary at Prospect Park United Methodist Church in Minneapolis challenges the prejudices I see often among liberal white professionals against police and white working class communities.
An investigation into everyday community life in late 19th century Central Falls, Rhode Island, as viewed through the lens of a local newspaper column.
