Pluralism : Is Pluralistic Or Not?

In the United States, pluralism is pertinent and very significant for the government because the government itself is distributed with various powers given to the states. These states then give powers to their local governments, which continues to distribute the power. In the government system, there are levels of that consist of branches that control the many different parts of the system, so that no one person or group is given too much power. The United States has a system of checks and balances, which is pertinent to the power system and the pluralist theory ("What is a pluralist theory of government?" 2017).

Pluralism is one of the three theories of government, which is a condition or system in which two or more states, groups, principles, sources of authority, etc., coexist. Pluralism is a combination of different sorts of people among the many are like-minded people, unions, professional associates, and business lobbyists. For pluralism to operate and to be successful in establishing the common

Richard Rodriguez, in his article, “Does America Still Exists?” states that America is the nation of united diversity. It is a country where everyone is welcomed and treated equally. He expresses his confusion about the real definition of America when he talks about how the people in America are into racism and differences despite the country being made up of immigrants. The author asserts that America does exist, first by defining America, and by showing the inter-connection between people born from different regions of the world. The responsibility of the people is to stop being racist and staying with the people of own origin only but reaching out and mixing with others as one nation.

We live in a society that has prospered generously over the years. America has opened its doors for so many different people by establishing itself as a free country. Not only have we progressed in technology and economically but we have created our own identity by becoming a free nation in which every individual has the same rights and eligibility as the other. This is the core of our countries success; we are not a nation unified distinctly by a specific race, religion or culture but by the compulsive efforts of our nation’s laws to uphold freedom in every aspect of a civilian’s life. People are not only allowed but encouraged to practice the religion of their choice, eat the food they desire, speak the language they prefer. There is even freedom in the most minute of things such as being able to listen to the music of your choice, these are the laws that promote diversity and strengthen our nation today. Our nation’s identity and prosperity is built upon multiculturalism and ethnic tolerance. However, this was not always the case it has taken many long and brutal years become the stable and versatile country that we are today. Specifically dating back to when this land was first founded and thereafter we see our nation has struggled with conflicts against politics, discrimination, and public affairs up till this very day.

Pluralism is a state in which racial and ethnic categories, though distinct, have equal social standing. (Macionis, 2012 pg.84) So in stating what it is we are looking to foster gives us a better idea of what to expect if we do foster a climate of acceptance and cultural pluralism in the United States. Though to get there we need to teach, I mean really teach each other and about one another in every way form what we eat to how we celebrate traditions. We need to get everyone involved as much as possible, which means in schools, jobs, and community. By doing all of this we will have a better understanding of one another which well level out the minorities with the majorities and make acceptance easier all around.

In “Problems and Promise in Pluralism,” Annalee R. Ward argues for academic freedom through the lens of confessional pluralism. Ward challenges the academy to revisit pluralism to ascertain whether various denominations can have an “engagement of differences in creative ways” that allow for coexistence in scholarship” (Eck 9). Although academy insists that pluralism tugs on personal integrity, closer examination show that “authentic peaceful coexistence” is a possible outcome when approached correctly (Ward 5).

In politics, racial and ethnic backgrounds tend to outline the outcomes of public policies- especially in minority communities. Minorities in the United States yearly increase due to both legal and illegal immigration (Shaw et al. 332). The trend will continue and by the middle of the 21st century, the minority population, cumulatively, will surpass the so-called White majority in the United States. The definitions of pluralism and two-tiered pluralism differ between the person’s race and ethnic backgrounds. As for the minorities, it may both bring some advantages and as well as disadvantages in public participation and the passing of public policies; however, in current times, two-tiered pluralism is becoming more dominant in politics as the racial divide within the United States continues to worsen.

Americans are not only the people that have many generations already expanded threw out the states. Americans are the people who have found a way of life in this country, citizens that understand what is expected from themselves. If people do not understand that The United States is not only made up of people that have lived here for many generations then America may fail as a country for it has failed the meaning of being united. Together the people unite so create a safe country to raise many generations. As a salad bowl America has its own cultures that have continued to grow threw out the country. Some religions or cultures however, have been lost threw out the salad bowl. But some citizens still unite and keep the lost cultures alive by sharing them threw out the country. America as a country is not fully understanding.The people all have our own disagreements or opinions on different ways of

To be united in the United States of America is to be united in spite of being of a different gender, race, religion, or political opinion. Which both Brooks and Martin Luther King Jr. recognize, but do not express in the same way. Brooks’ argument regarding socio-political beliefs in both Red and Blue America creates even more difference between the two. In the article, Brooks describes Red America as dominated by churches and the people in these areas are more concerned about being part of the community. Brooks states, “America is divided between two moral systems. Red America is traditional, religious, self-disciplined, and patriotic. Blue America is modern, secular, self-expressive, and discomfited by blatant displays of patriotism,” (537).

Pluralism is the freedom of having many faiths accepted, while post pluralism is in a sense the new faiths that come about after time of taking in and observing other distinct religious practices and adding to one’s belief in order to shape something new and different. The author may feel that America has a oneness of religion because it seems as if even though there is no exact way everyone views and expresses religion it all still manages to come around to the same basic concept of looking up to a higher power and following a certain procedure or rituals to reach out to that higher power and express ones culture or religion. I personally have got in the routine of giving thanks every day, and in a way at times I do feel there is an oneness

The modern day government of the United States of America most closely resembles the pluralist view as no single body is able to gain control of the government as evidenced by many modern issues. The pluralistic view demonstrates that competition among all affected interests shapes public policy. A problem that can be associated with pluralism is that multiple prominent groups can constantly conflict with each other which weakens the power of the government to serve the masses as a whole. Looking at the current federal government there has been little done to pass anything on anti-outsourcing, child-care, or anything about building a wall (www.washingtonpost.com). This is mainly due to the fundamentals of how the government was created in

Pluralism is a worldview in which the society members structure their culture based on acceptance and diversity. These common traits all strive for the common good of all and also realize there is some truth in other beliefs (Pluralism, 2015). This worldview stresses the importance of tolerance of other religions but does not however deviate from their own beliefs.

On the other hand, the sociologist has described four model patterns of interaction among the racial and ethnic in our society. Majority and minority patterns of interactions consist of pluralism, assimilation, segregation and genocide. Therefore, pluralism is based on when people of different social classes, religions and races are together in a society but have different traditions and interest. There are different real life examples of pluralism that goes on around the world. An example of real life pluralism would be that in the United States have many cities that have areas that are known for Little Italy or Chinatown. Those people from that country are still able to keep their cultural tradition.

As a 100% Hispanic that I considered myself I agree with both terms up to certain extend, The love and respect that I have for my culture, my beliefs, my costume, my language, music, food and the way I been raised never going to change, which is something that every single one of you will agree with me. That’s my example of pluralism because no one is going to make me change my roots.

In my thoughts United States is a unique country. Because, it built by the immigrants who came here for better opportunity, beautiful life and great dreams. United States reminds me small world because lot of people from each part of the world live here. That makes United States different and interesting country in my mind. Culture is something which explains people’s life style, interest, history and values. So, every emigrant brought some new perspective in the United State. We are able to find some cultural piece from every part of the world. Because of, the dreams every person brought some perspective which makes them hard working and seeking for new opportunities. So, United State is the representative of diversity, new built culture, individualism and direct also outspoken place where your dream could be true.