Marxism's views on society- Acquiring culture Flashcards
the economic system is…
the most basic system in society
how does conflict form in society through the economic system?
owners of businesses say that the owners of businesses and industries want to increase their profits by lowering wages whilst their employees push to increase their wages
how is the inequality in society from the economic system supported?
through other parts of society such as the mass media, religion and education
why do people put up with the inequalities in society due to the economic system?
they are socialized to meet the needs of the bourogise which teaches them that inequality is acceptable and legitimate
what does culture teach people which influences them to put up with these inequalities?
false- class consciousness
what is false- class consciousness?
convinces people that life is fair so that we accept exploitation.
