James C Davies

James C Davies

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James C Davies is a prominent sociologist best known for his work on revolutions and social movements. His influential theory, presented in his 1971 book 'When Men Revolt and Why', argues that revolutions are most likely to occur not in times of total despair, but when there is a significant gap between rising expectations and declining realities. This concept has been pivotal in understanding social unrest and has been referenced in various contemporary analyses of political and social upheaval, including discussions on the factors leading to discontent and revolt in societies facing economic and social challenges.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
273,312
Power
1,613$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
South Africa 1 7.00 0.46% +0% 59,308,690 273,312 $350,000 1,613$
Totals 1 59,308,690 273,312 $350,000 1,613$
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South Africa South Africa: Davies argued that revolutions do not erupt at the point of total despair, but at the point where hopes were once raised, only to be sharply reversed. 7

Mail & Guardian: In South Africa, when expectations collapse the poor revolt against the downtrodden foreigners – The Mail & Guardian