The Government's Growing Recognition of Social Science

Harry Alpert
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Harry Alpert: University of Oregon

The ANNALS of the American Academy of Political and Social Science, 1960, vol. 327, issue 1, 59-67

Abstract: Important new developments have strengthened the standing of the social sciences in the federal government. Historical analysis emphasizes the recency of the government's recognition of the national contributions of social science re search. Significant progress has been made despite critical fluctuations. Five factors contributing to the more favored governmental position of social science research are (1) chang ing congressional attitudes; (2) acceptance of the social sci ences at the White House level; (3) inclusion of the social sciences as part of broad definitions of scientific disciplines; (4) the general post-Sputnik interest in American education; and (5) the concern with redressing imbalances in American higher education. Research support for the social sciences is growing but a critical shortage remains in funds for fellowships and assistantships. The social sciences approach the next decade in a climate of acceptance and encouragement.

Date: 1960
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DOI: 10.1177/000271626032700108

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