•They believe Capitalist society is based on an unequal conflict between two classes:•
The ruling class (bourgeoisie), who own the means of production The working class (proletariat) who work for the capitalist class.
•Marxism is a structural theory (thinks society shapes individuals).
•Marxism is a conflict theory. It does not think society works in harmony for our benefit, but is characterised by conflict and exploitation. The ruling class make their profits by exploiting the working class
