American Sociology Challenges European Influence: A Paradigm Shift Ahead
The article discusses the need for a new American sociology that challenges traditional European ideas. It explores the influence of feudalism, Greek philosophy, and European sociologists on modern sociology. The authors question the theories of Weber, Durkheim, and Merton, and suggest a shift towards Americanizing sociology. They examine the impact of modernism and postmodernism, as well as the decline of Victorian values in the 20th century. The article emphasizes the importance of adapting sociology to the American context and moving away from outdated paradigms.