1916-1962. US sociologist, whose concern for
humanity, ethical values, and individual
freedom led him to criticize the US
establishment. Originally in the liberal
tradition, Mills later adopted Weberian and
even Marxist ideas. He aroused considerable
popular interest in sociology with such works
as White Collar 1951; The Power Elite 1956,
depicting the USA as ruled by businessmen,
military experts, and politicians; and
Listen, Yankee 1960.