The bourgeoisie dominates society from "summary" of The Communist Manifesto and Other Writings by Karl Marx,Friedrich Engels
The dominance of the bourgeoisie in society is a central theme in the writings of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. The bourgeoisie, or the capitalist class, holds power and influence over all aspects of society, shaping its structure and dynamics to serve their own interests. This dominance is not simply economic, but extends into the realms of politics, culture, and ideology. The bourgeoisie's control over the means of production allows them to accumulate wealth and resources at the expense of the working class, or proletariat. This economic exploitation forms the foundation of their power, enabling them to maintain their privileged position in society. Through their ownership of factories, land, and other productive assets, the bourgeoisie are able to extract surplus value from the labor of the proletariat, enriching themselves at the expense of the workers. In addition to their economic dominance, the bou...
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