Emergence of Social Movements. This paper discusses how in complex modern societies, small minorities exercise most power. While elites dominate societal institutions, social movements that promote mass participation exercise power under the right conditions. Indeed, there are certain conditions under which social movements emerge and have impact. 6 pgs. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Pages: 6 Bibliography: 5 source(s) listed Filename: 5209 Emergence Social Movements.doc Price: 53.70