There is nothing more practical that a good theory (Lewin, 1952, p. 169). Good theory is the most practical approach to problems. A central mission of scholars and educators in professional schools of management, health, education, and social work is to conduct research that contributes knowledge to a scientific discipline, on the one hand, and to apply that knowledge to the practice of management as a profession, on the other (Simon, 1967). To do this well, we need to design our research so that it provides an intimate understanding of the practical problems facing the profession.
Korematsu’s civil rights were violated, however, the Supreme Court decided that these actions were justified because America was in a time of conflicts and small problems such as Korematsu’s could be put off.
War Refugee Board
Jewish Americans were aware of what was happening to their relatives in Europe, so they urged the US to take action and assist them. The US government knew the inhumane actions Hitler was executing, but no action was taken until 1944.
The War Refugee Board allowed Jews to seek refuge at safe centers or at US owned camps in Europe.
Zoot Suit Riots
In Los Angeles, California, there were two sides of a conflict: Mexican Americans and white Americans. Many Mexican American teenagers wore “zoot suits” which included a broad felt hat, a long suit coat, and loose pants. White Americans saw this style as gang-like, leading them to attack anyone wearing the fashion. The root causes of this week long conflict had to do mainly with racial prejudice.
Double V Campaign
After the end of WWI, African Americans realized that no matter what efforts they put into fighting for the US, they won’t be able to get equal rights. Blacks in power urged for a fight in which Double V meant double victory. They called for victories at home and overseas. This stirred up many thoughts in Americans and African Americans.
December 7, 1941
On this day, the Japanese sent aircraft carriers to Hawaii to attack Pearl Harbor. This historic day resulted in 18 sunken ships, 300 demolished military aircraft, and over 3,500 dead or wounded Americans. This event pushed President Roosevelt to declare war on Japan, which led to the Axis Powers, Germany and Italy, to declare war on the US. This was the start of the Americans joining the war.
