“you tell me how many choral societies there are in an italian region, and i will tell you…how long it will take to get your health bills reimbursed….” what did sociologist robert putnam mean by that statement

The correct answer is "informal social ties."

With that statement, Sociologist Robert Putnam was referring to informal social ties and how these promote bureaucracy.

Robert Putnam is a Professor of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He analyses the society of the US, observing how it has deteriorated civic and personal values. He wrote the book "Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community," in which he suggests that new forms of social engagement must be developed to change the situation.

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thist title points out that you are explaining the nature of the u.s. government. it is the most specific. a representative government consists of a government where decisions are taken according to a voting system. the most essential aspect of a representative government is found in the different structures where voting rights are granted to different groups of people. for example, voting for governor, mayor, president, local police chief etc.