While inequalities are increasing, public policies seem to struggle with reducing them. How can we address this fundamental democratic stumbling block, and what role can the social sciences play? Read More
The fight against inequalities remains a major issue in French society: while inequalities are on the rise, public policies seem to struggle with reducing them and may even contribute to perpetuating them. How can we address this fundamental democratic stumbling block, and what role can the social sciences play? How can we better account for the feelings of injustice generated by these inequalities, both in the production of knowledge and in public policies?
This book initiates a discussion between researchers, policy-makers, and social movements in the Lille area. The dialogue reveals a variety of approaches to the social problem of inequality and its potential solutions. However, there is a consensus that inequalities can be tackled and that public inaction is not due to an inability to act but rather to political will.