Crash Course: Political Theory

Who Was Karl Marx? And Why Is Everyone Still Talking About Him?

To some, Marxism is the solution to all capitalism’s problems. To others, it’s a major threat to democracy. But what did Karl Marx really say about capitalism and communism, and how can that help shape our discussions today?

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