Interactionists on C&D: Role of the media - Moral crusaders Flashcards
What does Becker say Moral Crusaders are?
People who try to make a campaign against folk devils using media platforms
What might moral crusaders create with issues in society over deviant behaviour?
A moral panic
What is sometimes the impact of moral crusaders making a moral panic?
The government start to punish specific offenders related to the moral panic more harshly
What is it called when the government respond to the moral crusader’s demands?
Moral clampdown
What can happen with the law as a result of moral crusaders?
It can change
Who does Becker say are most likely to be moral crusaders
Upper class individuals
What does Becker observe with moral crusades with ordinary people?
They can also be successful
Name a successful moral crusade by a group of ordinary individuals
Sarahs Law
