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Explores the universal ideal of reflective solidarity, as distinct from affectional & conventional solidarity. The limitations of the usual understanding of both affectional solidarity, dependent on love/friendship relationships of intimacy, & conventional solidarity, emerging from shared belief/goals among members of a group, are discussed. The controversial Clarence Thomas US Supreme Court confirmation hearings, demonstrating conflicting racialized sexual/sexualized racial politics within the African-American community, typified a crisis of solidarity. In a pluralist society, resolution of a solidarity crisis depends on the use of inclusive, reflective solidarity, informed by notions of the essential justice-solidarity link, the attitude of the generalized other, & "we" in ordinary language use. J. Sadler

Explores the importance of different patterns of consumption to argue that purchasing decisions reflect efforts to build networks of shared experiences & identifications. Although advertisers often exploit the inclination toward varied forms of solidarity, it is noted that even unadvertised consumption choices involve social impulses. A variety of different sorts of goods are examined to shed light on the relationship between individual choices & the perceived choices of others. Goods are identified as either "solitary goods," like one's early morning cup of coffee, or "social goods," which can be either "solidarity" or "exclusivity" goods. It is contended that some goods increase or decrease in value in relation to how many people are consuming & enjoying them. However, it is emphasized that people react differently to specific goods. Reasons a product might increase in value with increased users include relevant social interactions, legitimacy, & concerns about reputation. Collective action problems & potential government solutions are discussed in relation to undesirable solidarity produced by things like smoking & drug use. J. Lindroth

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