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Who Gets What and Why? The Shocking Truth About Social Stratification
Power and Privilege: A Theory of Social Stratification
In this video, we dive into Gerhard Lenski's groundbreaking book *Power and Privilege: A Theory of Social Stratification*. Lenski challenges both conservative and radical views, arguing that inequality isn't just about class or status—it's about power and the distribution of surplus. From hunter-gatherer societies to modern industrial states, discover how technology, politics, and global systems shape who gets the good stuff and why. You'll learn why socialism and capitalism aren't as different as you think, and why even today, the rules of privilege are built on hidden forces. This isn't your boring sociology lecture—it's a mind-bending look at the real drivers of inequality.
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