Marxism argues that in a capitalist economy, the way economic relations are structured is

defined by the ongoing struggle between two main social classes: the capitalists, or bourgeoisie,
and the workers, or proletariat. This struggle is seen as a key factor that will eventually lead to a
revolution towards communism.

Alienation is a term used by Marx to describe the experience of disconnection and isolation that
is inherent in the capitalist economic system. According to Marx, capitalism dehumanizes
individuals and is the root cause of their alienation. He put forth his theory of alienation in two
works, the Economic and Philosophical Manuscripts of 1844 and The German Ideology.

What is Marx's theory of class struggle? Marx's theory of class struggle holds that history consists
of different periods in which one class rules over other classes. The most recent era is of
capitalism, in which people are either members of the proletariat or bourgeoisie.

Karl Marx's theory of historical materialism suggests that all objects, whether living or not,
undergo continuous changes. The laws of dialectics determine the speed of this change.
According to Marx, advancements in the productive industry generate new developments in
society. forces conflicted with the existing production relations.

Marx believed that revolution was necessary and bound to happen for society to progress.

Libertarianism is a political philosophy that values liberty. It seeks to maximize personal freedom
and emphasizes equal treatment under the law and civil rights such as freedom of association,
speech, thought, and choice.

Karl Marx was a passionate advocate for communism. He wrote extensively about the subject
and his ideas were later used by political leaders such as V. I. Lenin and Mao Tse-tung to
implement communism in over 20 countries. Marx was born in Trier, Prussia, which is now
Germany, in 1818.