Marxism
A framework analyzing history and politics through class relations and modes of production, often critical of capitalism.
Interpretations
- Class Analysis: Politics expresses conflicts between classes.
- Revisionist/Democratic Socialist: Seeks reform toward social ownership via democratic means.
- Critics: Argue it underestimates incentives, pluralism, and rights.
Examples
A simple, concrete illustration to make it click.
- Everyday: Workers at a warehouse compare wages and organize for safer conditions, framing it as a conflict over control of production.
- Policy: Strengthening collective‑bargaining rights or public ownership in strategic sectors to address perceived exploitation.