What is the functionalist view of society?

Functionalists, such as Durkheim, argued that society is a structure in which everybody works together for the common good of us all. This idea was referred to as the organic analogy by Durkheim, who argued strongly for it. He argued for it as we all share values and norms, and we need different people to do different jobs in society in order for society to function properly.
Durkheim's ideas became the basis of functionalism, and functionalists say that society is indeed based on shared norms and values. Social cohesion is maintained through shared rituals and activities, for example, state events e.g. Coronations and funerals, shared consciences such as reading the same newspapers, and major events such as sporting occasions which make people feel united with each other.