3. New Right and The Family Flashcards
When did New Right gain influence?
80’s and 90’s conservative reign
SYNOPTIC LINK TO FUNCTIONALISM:
Murdock
The NF is universal
The only type which can perform the four functions
SYNOPTIC LINK TO FUNCTIONALISM:
Parsons
NF is small
Geo and Soc mobile
AGAINST CHANGES IN SOCIAL POLICY:
Why don’t the New Right like state intervention and welfare?
It’s not improved people’s lives and it threatens the nuclear family
AGAINST CHANGES IN SOCIAL POLICY:
What has the introduction of the welfare state caused?
Welfare Dependancy
It destroys the desire to work and escape from poverty and live independently from the state
MURRAY AND MARSLAND:
What do they say about the welfare state and single mothers?
That it encourages young mothers to have babies even when they can’t financially support them
MURRAY AND MARSLAND:
What do they say about the welfare state and Fathers?
They’re more likely to abandon their children if they know the state will provide for them
MURRAY AND MARSLAND:
What does the state encourage?
Irresponsible and Anti-Social behaviour
Sex Discrimination
Effect on society according to new right
Lone Parent Families are encouraged
Divorce Reform
Effect on society according to new right
LPF’s
Decrease in biological roles
Encourages extended family
Sexual Offences Act
Adoption Act
Same-Sex Couples Act
Effect on society according to new right
No clear gender roles
Gay families are unnatural and leave kids damaged
AGAINST FAMILY DIVERSITY:
What does New Right say about family diversity?
Parents should be married
Mothers should stay home
Families should not receive benefits
AGAINST FAMILY DIVERSITY:
Why are New Right concerned about the rise in LPF’s and Cohabiting couples
They see it as a result of the breakdown of families and changing policies
EVALUATION OF NEW RIGHT:
What do they exaggerate about NF’s?
The decline - it’s not that severe
EVALUATION OF NEW RIGHT:
If benefits are cut for single families who would suffer?
The children
