A1 - neo Marxism

Question 1

what is neo - Marxism ?

Answer 1

Neo - Marxism is a more recent version of traditional Marxism

Question 2

what does neo - Marxism take into consideration ?

Answer 2

Neo Marxism takes into consideration criticisms of the original theory when forming explanations of their own.

Question 3

what does Neo - Marxism reject ?

Answer 3

It rejects the Marxists position that emphasizes the sole importance of crime being committed out of economic necessity .

Question 4

what do neo - marxists believe about crime ?

Answer 4

Neo - marxists believe that criminal behaviour is an act of choice that is often poltically motivated.

Question 5

what are the 6 aspects of crime in neo - marxism ?

Answer 5

1. Wider origins of the deviant act.
2. immediate origins of deviant act - social context of crime
3. Actual act - meaning of act to individual
4. Immediate origins of social reaction - how others respond
5. wider origins of deviant reaction
6. Labelling

Question 6

what does neo - Marxists believe about the working class in neo - Marxism ?

Answer 6

The working class are not passive puppets of capitalism and they actively choose to break the law

Question 7

what are the 3 breaking of laws to change policy ?

Answer 7

1. Civil rights movement in the unitedstates ( 1950 - 1960 )
2. The suffgrate movement ( late 19th and early 20th centuries)
3. Anti - Apthareid movement in south africa ( 20th century )

Question 8

Explain briefly the civil rights movement in the united states ?

Answer 8

During the civil rights movement , activists such as Rosa parks and martin Luther king Jr. deliberately violated segregation laws to protest racial discrimination and advocate for equal rights for African Americans

Question 9

Explain briefly the suffragettes movement ?

Answer 9

Suffrages in the UK engaged in various illegal activities such as public demonstrations , acts of civil disobediences and property damage to advocate for women’s right to vote , ultimately leading to passage of the representation of the people act in 1918

Question 10

Explain briefly Anti - Apartheid movement in south Africa ?

Answer 10

Activists in south Africa , including nelson Mandela , participated in various acts of civil disobedience and illegal protests against the apartheid regime leading to significant changes in the country’s social and political landscape

Question 11

what did robin hood do according to neo - marxism ?

Answer 11

Robin hood stole form the right to feed the poor

Question 12

what is the Hall and black muggers 1970 to do with neo - Marxism ?

Answer 12

The 1970s was a period of mass societal crisis , There were riots , conflicts and lots of crime . The police suggested most muggings and theft were carried out by black men which enraged the media . It created black man as a scapegoat and made ethnic minorities see the CJS as racist and lost confidence on them.

Question 13

How does the wider origins of the deviant act in neo Marxism link to Hall and black mugger 1970 ?

Answer 13

Wider origins of the deviant act is a class society of capitalism . The mugging incident can be seen as a reflection for the border social economic inequalities and class struggles inherent in a capitalist society. The perpators who are from a background that is disadvantaged and marginalized communitires , may resort to mugging

Question 14

How does the actual act - meaning of act to the individual in neo - Marxism link to hall and black mugger 1970 ?

Answer 14

From the perspective of individuals involved in the mugging , the act may represent a form of direct action against the systematic oppression and exploitation they face within the capitalist society. For some individuals it could mean asserting authority and challenging the power structures that led to their marginalisation and economic deprivation

Question 14

How does the immediate origins of the deviant act in neo Marxism link to Hall and black mugger 1970 ?

Answer 14

Immediate origins of deviant act is the social context of crime. The immediate origins of the mugging incident can be traced back to the specific social context characterized by a lack of viable economic opportunities and limited access to resources for the individuals involved. The structural constraints imposed by the capitalist system contribute to the creation of an environment where mugging is perceived as a viable means of survival or a form of resistance against the inequalities.

Question 14

How do others respond to Immediate origins of social reaction in neo - Marxism according to the black mugger 1970 ?

Answer 14

The immediate social reaction to the mugging incident is often influenced by the dominant narrative progated by the media , law enforcement and the general public. The media may sensitize the incident , framing it as an act of senless violence while law enforcement and the public may perceive the perpetrators as inherently criminal individuals rather than considering the underlying social - economic factors that contribute to such acts. The immediate social circle of the offenders will encourage the act.

Question 14

what are the wider origins of deviants in neo Marxism according to the black hall Mugger 1970 ?

Answer 14

The reaction of deviants represents the ruling class and dominant economic interests, often involves reinforcing the criminalization of the mugging incident. They may utilize their influence to shape public perceptions, emphasizing the need for increased policing and stricter laws to maintain social order and protect the economic interests ,

Question 14

what is labelling in neo Marxism and how does it link to the black mugging 1970 ?

Answer 14

The labelling process in the context of the mugging incident involves labelling the offenders as criminals or deviants by the authorities and the broader society. This labelling does not only reinforce the negative stereotypes associated with marginalized groups but also perputess the cycle of social exclusion and marginalization , making it increasing difficult for individuals involved in such acts to regenerate into mainstream society and access legitimate economic opportunities.