How 20th-century U.S. capitalism reshaped global social reform
In short: This video provides a Marxist critique of American capitalism during the 1900s, examining how the evolution of global capital influenced domestic policy and the decline of social movements.
The analysis explores the structural shifts in U.S. capitalism, specifically looking at how the rise of globalized markets impacted the trajectory of social reform. It situates these changes within a broader historical framework of class theory and the management of global capital.
By examining the transition into the 21st century, the content highlights the tension between capitalist expansion and the erosion of labor protections. It draws on scholarly perspectives to explain how economic systems dictate the boundaries of political possibility.
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