Graduation Year
Spring 2012
Document Type
Campus Only Senior Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Department
International Relations
Reader 1
Jennifer Taw
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© 2012 Jonathan Sutton-Day
Abstract
This article is about the causes of riots and collective social violence. The root causes are explored within context to the theoretical framework of social identity theory. The root causes were attributed to being caused by socioeconomic, ethnic and racial differences among individuals, especially immigrants and racial minorities. Also, the mass media and neglectful governments were partly to blame. We also propose a few viable solutions with regards to achieving better social cohesion through improved government interaction, the role of multinational corporations and the fostering of social tolerance.
Recommended Citation
Sutton-Day, Jonathan, "Endorsing Solidarity: Root Causes of Riots & Viable Solutions" (2012). CMC Senior Theses. 475.
https://scholarship.claremont.edu/cmc_theses/475
This thesis is restricted to the Claremont Colleges current faculty, students, and staff.
