[S6 E04] The Politics of Clans and Castes

David Harvey explores Marx's theory of the capitalist mode of production, emphasizing the importance of understanding both the inner structure and external dynamics of this system. Harvey highlights the contradiction inherent in commodities, where use value and exchange value often clash. He discusses how this contradiction, as outlined by Marx, shapes the entire mode of production. Harvey expands this into a broader discussion on the social formation, emphasizing the interplay between the capitalist mode of production and social factors like race and gender that result in organizational systems within society such as Castes and clans. He argues that a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of everyday living requires considering both the internal structure of capitalism and the broader social context in which it operates.

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David Harvey's lastest book "A Companion to Marx's Grundrisse" (Verso 2023):

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