Suggested prompt: Respond to ONE of the following claims. You may agree or disagree. Cite all sources in ASA format”Popular culture is used by the elites (who tend to control the mass media and popula

Suggested prompt: Respond to ONE of the following claims. You may agree or disagree. Cite all sources in ASA format

“Popular culture is used by the elites (who tend to control the mass media and popular culture outlets) to control those below them because it dulls people’s minds, making them passive and easy to control.” (Crossman 2019: “The Definition of Popular Culture”)

“Popular culture is a vehicle for rebellion against the culture of dominant groups.” (Crossman 2019: “The Definition of Popular Culture”)

References

Crossman, Ashley. 2019. “The Definition of Popular Culture.” New York, NY. Thought.com. Retrieved May 14, 2019 (https://www.thoughtco.com/popular-culture-definition-3026453 (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.)