Marx's theory of history is an account of the different stages of government through history. His analysis describes capitalism as the first stage followed by socialism and finally communism. Marx believed that socialism is where workers recognized their interests and became "class conscious". This is where people would be aided, on the basis of social needs. The final goal, Communism is based on a class-less society that will be profitable for the vast majority. ...

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