CHAIR
SOCIAL INSTITUTES
Yadov V.A. P.4-13
Abstract: Is a chapter from a forthcoming reader for students. It exposes the interpretations of this key concept by classical sociologist and by adepts of the new institutionalism (defined as an actionist perspective), and contains some theoretical views on the actual social transformations in Russia.
PROBLEMS OF SOCIAL THEORY
POVERTY AS A SOCIAL PROBLEM
Yaroshenko S.S. P.14-23
Abstract: Argues that involved in an economic enterprise, members of the distributional societies do not strive for wealth but for their social status; that is why the property inequality and poverty are not seen as social issues. Having high property inequalities created, the capitalist societies announce the crusade against poverty.
POLITICAL CENTRALISM IN THE HISTORY OF POLITICAL THEORY
Plotichkina N.V. P.24-35
Abstract: Contains several interpretations of "centrism" from Aristotle to the Second International. Nowadays the term implies attaining practical ends via social partnership and negotiating political compromises.
MODERN APPROACHES TO NATIONALISM STUDIES
Mousayev I.M. P.36-49
Abstract: Overviews contemporary approaches in the nationalism studies and distinguishes three basic traits of the nationalistic discourse.
POLITICAL MANAGEMENT
RUSSIAN ADMINISTRATIVE REFORM: GENERAL DIRECTIONS AND INTERMEDIATE EFFECTS
Slatinov V.B. P.50-65
Abstract: Follows the course of the administrative reform started in 2003; it is inferred, that the main target - creating efficient institutes for managing changes - has not yet attained.
CONSOLIDATING MODERN DEMOCRACIES
Kot V.C. P.66-75
Abstract: Contemplates temporal, geographical and confessional factors of democratization and relations between democratization and nation-state integration. The case of Denmark shows that in a frame of pragmatic political culture concessions strengthen democracy and reduce conflicts.
BARRIERS OF RECRUITING WOMEN IN POLITICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE ELITES
Gnedash A.A. P.76-84
Abstract: Contains a thematic analysis of interviews with 3 categories of experts and demonstrates a tendency to homosocial reproduction by public institutes, institutionalization of patriarchal stereotypes, social construction of the glass ceiling, appealing to biological functions and family duties to justify hierarchic gender role system.
HUMAN WORLD
ON THE PROBLEM OF PERSONALITY INTEGRITY: INTRA-INDIVIDUAL RELATIONS OF VALUE ORIENTATIONS AND PERSONALISTIC FEATURES
Maryanenko D.A. P.85-95
Abstract: Argues intra-individual correlations between values and personality traits, and exposes the theoretical foundations and empirical procedures of her investigation.
LOCAL COMMUNITIES
FINANCIAL AND ECONOMIC PECULIARITIES OF ST. PETERSBURG MODEL OF LOCAL SELF-GOVERNMENT
Kirsanov S.A., Oushourkov A.T. P.96-109
Abstract: Optimistic about the perspectives of the local governing in Saint-Petersburg.
SOCIOLOGICAL INTERPRETATIONS
SHOPPING AS RUDIMENTAL SACRAL THINKING
Gladarev B.S. P.110-119
Abstract: Bases on "Theory of Religion" by G. Bataile, and interprets everyday practices of consumerism in terms of sacrifice, offered by individuals who are free from class and estate constraints, and incapable to share their own sovereignty with anyone.
PROBLEMS OF EDUCATION
DISSERTATION PRACTICES IN PRE-REVOLUTIONARY RUSSIA: PUBLICITY AS THE CONDITION FOR SCIENTIFIC EXPERT EVALUATION
Demina N.V. P.120-127
Abstract: Opens a perspective for historical and sociological inquiry into practices of open disputes in the Russian scientific community. Examples of formal and informal strategies of resistance to the universalistic criteria are given.
ON PEDAGOGICAL REGULATION IN HEALTH STUDIES
Sinitzyn Yu.N. P.128-137
Abstract: Speculates on methodology of pedagogical regulation, status of subjectivity in pedagogical process, and the structure of the science of health as an academic subject.
POLITICAL REGIONAL STUDIES
RELATIONS OF BRASILIA WITH E.U. COUNTRIES
Chernysheva N.V. P.138-146
Abstract: Reflects multi-polar and multidimensional character of the international politics. It focuses on economical and political aspects of relations between Brazil and the EU members.