question 5 Flashcards
Contradictions in Capitalism
The rich get richer while workers get poorer, creating deep social and economic problems.
Class Struggle
Workers (proletariat) realize they’re being exploited and begin fighting for change.
Overproduction Crises
Capitalism produces more goods than people can afford, leading to economic crashes.
Growing Inequality
The wealth gap widens, making the system unstable.
Worker Unity
Unions and collective action make workers stronger and more organized.
The Transition to Socialism and Communism
Revolution – The working class overthrows capitalism and takes control of production.
Socialism – The government redistributes wealth, ensures public ownership of resources, and provides essential services.
Communism – Eventually, the state disappears, and society becomes classless, with shared resources and no exploitation.
Who Leads the Revolution?
Workers (proletariat) – Since they suffer the most under capitalism, they will fight for change.
Intellectuals – Educated individuals help spread revolutionary ideas and guide workers toward socialism.
marx believed
Marx believed that through collective action, society could move toward a fair system free from exploitation and inequality.