Confronting Capitalism: Why Class Matters
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Understanding Class through a Marxist Lens
This chapter examines the Marxist perspective on class, contrasting it with mainstream views focused solely on income. It highlights the exploitative dynamics between the capitalist class and the working class, addressing the concept of class struggle and the interdependence of these groups. The complexity of social hierarchies and the importance of recognizing economic relationships for improving the working class's circumstances are emphasized throughout the discussion.
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