Understanding Karl Marx: Alienation, Exploitation, and Dialectical Materialism

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This episode of Crash Course Political Theory provides a comprehensive introduction to the political and economic philosophy of Karl Marx, distinguishing his theoretical contributions from the political systems often associated with his name. Hosted by Ellie Anderson, the video breaks down complex concepts like dialectical materialism, alienation, and exploitation, explaining how Marx inverted Hegelian philosophy to focus on material conditions rather than abstract ideas as the drivers of history.