James Sidanius

James Sidanius was an American social psychologist known for his work on social hierarchies and intergroup relations. He is best recognized for developing the "Social Dominance Theory," which explores how societies create and maintain group-based hierarchies, often leading to discrimination and inequality. Sidanius studied how factors such as ethnicity, class, and gender influence power dynamics and social injustices. His research helps to understand the complexities of prejudice and societal structures, contributing to fields like sociology, political science, and psychology in addressing issues of power and oppression.