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Behind the News: Inequality Through History w/ Branko Milanovic

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Marx on Income Distribution and Class Struggle

This chapter examines Marx's nuanced perspectives on income distribution, emphasizing his primary goal of abolishing class structures rather than merely redistributing wealth. It offers a critical analysis of Marx's theories on capitalism, real wages, and the labor share of income, debunking common misconceptions about his views.

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