The Inevitability of Capitalism's Exploitation

Karl Marx recognized that capitalism has an intrinsic tendency to exploit workers. He believed that once capitalists find efficient means of production, their priority shifts to reducing labor costs by paying workers less. This competitive pressure leads to a system where employers can manipulate labor dynamics by pitting workers against each other, further squeezing wages. Marx's conclusion was a call for workers to unite against these systemic injustices to prevent further exploitation, emphasizing that the capitalist system ultimately benefits those who own the means of production.