Bowling Alone America's Declining Social Capital Summary

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“Bowling Alone: America's Declining Social Capital” by Robert D. Putnam was straightforward and honest. I feel like I can relate to the declining amount of people involved in politics because I will probably never vote. Also, if it wasn't a requirement for this class, I’d probably never go to a city counsel meeting. Why is it that we don't care anymore about politics or joining groups and why are we only in on it for ourselves? I think it is sad that not as many people are volunteering for good causes and would rather just give money than actually do something. MICHAEL SCHUDSON’s “A Gathering of Citizens”, was like “Bowling alone”, but elaborated more on the statistics. I liked the more optimistic view on how people still contribute to social

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