Robert Putnam
Robert Putnam is an American political scientist best known for his work on social capital and community engagement. His book 'Bowling Alone' explores the decline of social capital in the United States and its implications for civic engagement and democracy. Putnam's research highlights the importance of social networks in fostering community resilience and individual well-being, emphasizing how collective action can counteract feelings of isolation.
Born on Jan 09, 1941 (84 years old)
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Switzerland:
Robert Putnam's research indicates that social trust decreases in ethnically diverse neighborhoods in the USA.
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Indonesia:
Robert Putnam added that social capital formed from participation in organizations like cooperatives strengthens social trust.
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Ireland:
Ahern drew on the services of Harvard University’s public policy sage Robert Putnam, famous for his extolling of 'social capital'.
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United Kingdom:
Robert Putnam’s book Bowling Alone warned of declining civic participation and social connection in US society.
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Romania:
Robert Putnam's analysis highlights the importance of social capital in the effectiveness of public institutions.
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Canada:
As Robert Putnam lamented in 2000, many of us go bowling alone.
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Venezuela:
Robert Putnam is noted for his observations on community decline in his book 'Bowling Alone'.
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Ireland:
American political scientist Robert Putnam puts it, that 'I’ll do this for you now, without expecting anything immediately in return ... confident that down the road you or someone else will return the favour'.
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Israel:
Robert Putnam is a political scientist who wrote about the decline of social connections in his book 'Bowling Alone'.
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Spain:
Robert Putnam researched social fabric in communities, highlighting the benefits of civic engagement.
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