A left wing, socialist political outlook. Left Realists see inequality in a capitalist society as the root cause of crime. They argue that the main victims are disadvantaged groups, namely the working class, ethnic minorities and women.
Groups in society possess their own values, as a response to their own problems and priorities. These can conflict with one another (eg the police are a subculture, and working-class black youths are a subculture)
Certain people find themselves economically and politically on the edge of society. They are not listened to and have no power to influence society. The only way they can be heard is through protest and riot.
