Sociological Analysis

In his "Sociological Analysis," Berger concludes his brief section about functionality with the phrase "there is a conservative bias to functional analysis in that it emphasizes the maintenance and stability of society, instead of focusing on changes that may be made."

1.) What do you think Berger means by this statement?

2.) Do you think that his assertion is an accurate assessment of a "conservative" bias?

Berger also mentions the common media function of "social teaching."

1.) What are some examples of basic and more obscure social teachings that the media perpetuates?