The Klemko reading made me think of the secondary deviance. First people are skeptical of police and think their behaviors/training need improvements. Then, officers are put under a microscope to make sure they are performing appropriately. This can lead to officers second guessing themselves, which can lead to harmful results. This only reinforces the idea that police activities are harmful and inappropriate. #so345
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@botboink You make a very interesting point. I think that lack of funding is one of the main reasons for this inconsistency. It makes the relationships with police weak. People, with good reason, may not trust police in their area. This can lead to different behaviors on both ends, which can make things very dangerous.
The increase in the recognition of inappropriate police behaviors from the public reminded me of moral panics. People are more aware of behaviors that are not new because they have been shown the cases that make them feel the need for change because it latches onto and tests their values. #so345
@CTE3179 I agree. I found secondary deviance very interesting and how powerful outside op opinions can be in promoting certain behaviors. I did not realize how prevalent this type of deviance is and made me think of ways in my life so secondary deviance may be present.
@spyality I think the whole concept of being labeled as deviant has to do with the audience feeling as such. Deviant behavior is socially constructed and changes all the time. I think from an outside perspective looking in, it would be very hard to make logical sense of what society labels as deviant and not.
@apollo_725 I think the way we refer to different groups can make a big difference in their feelings of being included. Certain language can make a group feel ostracized and isolated, so it is important to make sure you choose inclusive language.
@bulldog2828 This is an interesting take. I agree that it is hypocritical in a way and doesn’t make any logical sense. I think this of may socially constructed ideas or concepts.
The reading showed the connection between an auxiliary status and performing acts of secondary deviance. Both have to do with an outsiders opinion or stereotype. This made me question the amount one is predisposed into being labeled as "deviant." Can you truly choose to be deviant? Or is it socially predetermined? #so345
The Chambliss reading showed the power of public opinion. The two groups of boys were initially separated by their interactions with the police, which is a signifier of deviant behavior. The Roughnecks having more interactions with the police then gained the auxiliary status of being deviant. Once that negative auxiliary status was achieved, acts of secondary deviance followed. The stigmatization of the Roughnecks ultimately promoted further deviant behavior. #so345
The idea around high school being a very difficult time socially proves this. It is a time where one's sense of self is being shaped and the people you are surrounded by have strong, typically false ideas of you. Your self-esteem is bound to be altered due to this. The "looking glass self" theory shows how important the opinions of others are in shaping your sense of self. #so345