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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ethnic_Studies/Introduction_to_Ethnic_Studies_(Fischer_et_al.)/09%3A_The_Racial_Wealth_GapChapter 9 explores the relationship between wealth inequality and race, making connections between capitalism and barriers to basic necessities like housing, employment, and education. Acevedo analyze...Chapter 9 explores the relationship between wealth inequality and race, making connections between capitalism and barriers to basic necessities like housing, employment, and education. Acevedo analyzes how the legacy of slavery and colonialism impact the racial wealth gap we see today, in addition to how historical and current economic systems like homeownership and employment practices disproportionately uplift whites over communities of color.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Social_Work_and_Human_Services/Social_Problems_-_Continuity_and_Change/12%3A_Work_and_the_Economy/12.01%3A_Overview_of_the_EconomyThis page discusses the three economic sectors: primary, secondary, and tertiary, and differentiates capitalism from socialism. It notes capitalism's benefits of growth and freedom alongside its criti...This page discusses the three economic sectors: primary, secondary, and tertiary, and differentiates capitalism from socialism. It notes capitalism's benefits of growth and freedom alongside its criticisms of inequality, while socialism is seen as promoting equality but potentially hindering innovation. The text further explores economic challenges in the U.S.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Sociology/Introduction_to_Sociology/Introductory_Sociology_1e_(OpenStax)/18%3A_Work_and_the_Economy/18.02%3A_Economic_SystemsThe dominant economic systems of the modern era are capitalism and socialism, and there have been many variations of each system across the globe. Countries have switched systems as their rulers and e...The dominant economic systems of the modern era are capitalism and socialism, and there have been many variations of each system across the globe. Countries have switched systems as their rulers and economic fortunes have changed. In the past, other economic systems reflected the societies that formed them. Many of these earlier systems lasted centuries. These changes in economies raise many questions for sociologists.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Sociology/Introduction_to_Sociology/Introductory_Sociology_3e_(OpenStax)/04%3A_Society_and_Social_Interaction/4.03%3A_Theoretical_Perspectives_on_SocietyÉmile Durkheim believed that as societies advance, they make the transition from mechanical to organic solidarity. For Karl Marx, society exists in terms of class conflict. With the rise of capitalism...Émile Durkheim believed that as societies advance, they make the transition from mechanical to organic solidarity. For Karl Marx, society exists in terms of class conflict. With the rise of capitalism, workers become alienated from themselves and others in society. Sociologist Max Weber noted that the rationalization of society can be taken to unhealthy extremes.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Sociology/Introduction_to_Sociology/Introductory_Sociology_3e_(OpenStax)/18%3A_Work_and_the_Economy/18.02%3A_Economic_SystemsThe dominant economic systems of the modern era are capitalism and socialism, and there have been many variations of each system across the globe. Countries have switched systems as their rulers and e...The dominant economic systems of the modern era are capitalism and socialism, and there have been many variations of each system across the globe. Countries have switched systems as their rulers and economic fortunes have changed. In the past, other economic systems reflected the societies that formed them. Many of these earlier systems lasted centuries. These changes in economies raise many questions for sociologists.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ethnic_Studies/Introduction_to_African_American_Studies%3A_An_Anthology_of_Essays_on_Radical_Black_Thought%2C_Intellect%2C_and_Culture/01%3A_Genealogy_of_Black_Thought_and_Intellect/1.03%3A_Positions_in_the_FieldThis page explores the historical link between racial capitalism and chattel slavery, starting with enslaved Africans in Portugal and highlighting the role of slavery in shaping modern capitalism in t...This page explores the historical link between racial capitalism and chattel slavery, starting with enslaved Africans in Portugal and highlighting the role of slavery in shaping modern capitalism in the Americas. It notes that profits from enslaved labor financed various industries, including education, with early U.S. universities benefiting financially from slavery.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Canada_College/Essentials_of_Linguistics_Remix_2.0/01%3A_What_Is_Linguistics_What_Is_Language/1.08%3A_Doing_harm_with_language_scienceThis page discusses the impact of Christian missionaries on Indigenous languages in Canada, highlighting how scientific methods in linguistics have been used to harm these languages. It stresses that ...This page discusses the impact of Christian missionaries on Indigenous languages in Canada, highlighting how scientific methods in linguistics have been used to harm these languages. It stresses that the missionaries documented Indigenous languages to spread Christianity, which often led to inaccuracies and suppression of linguistic diversity.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Political_Science_and_Civics/Socialism_Capitalism_and_Alternatives_(Duncan_and_Schimpfossl)The collapse of communism in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union discredited the idea of socialism for generations to come. It was seen as representing the final and irreversible victory of capitalism...The collapse of communism in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union discredited the idea of socialism for generations to come. It was seen as representing the final and irreversible victory of capitalism. This triumphal dominance was barely challenged until the 2008 financial crisis threw the Western world into a state of turmoil.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Social_Work_and_Human_Services/Social_Problems_-_Continuity_and_Change/12%3A_Work_and_the_Economy/12.05%3A_End-of-Chapter_MaterialThis page discusses capitalism and socialism as key economic systems, highlighting their differences in ownership and focus. It describes theoretical perspectives such as functionalism, conflict theor...This page discusses capitalism and socialism as key economic systems, highlighting their differences in ownership and focus. It describes theoretical perspectives such as functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism. Current issues include job loss, declining labor unions, and rising inequality, stressing the need for social reforms to address discrimination and corporate crime.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Sociology/Introduction_to_Sociology/Introductory_Sociology_1e_(OpenStax)/04%3A_Society_and_Social_Interaction/4.03%3A_Theoretical_Perspectives_on_SocietyÉmile Durkheim believed that as societies advance, they make the transition from mechanical to organic solidarity. For Karl Marx, society exists in terms of class conflict. With the rise of capitalism...Émile Durkheim believed that as societies advance, they make the transition from mechanical to organic solidarity. For Karl Marx, society exists in terms of class conflict. With the rise of capitalism, workers become alienated from themselves and others in society. Sociologist Max Weber noted that the rationalization of society can be taken to unhealthy extremes.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Social_Work_and_Human_Services/Social_Problems_-_Continuity_and_Change/12%3A_Work_and_the_Economy/12.04%3A_Improving_Work_and_the_EconomyThis page discusses necessary social reforms aimed at enhancing work and the economy. It critiques capitalism for fostering discrimination, low morale, unemployment, corporate misconduct, and economic...This page discusses necessary social reforms aimed at enhancing work and the economy. It critiques capitalism for fostering discrimination, low morale, unemployment, corporate misconduct, and economic inequality. Key recommendations include enforcing anti-discrimination laws, improving workplace conditions, aiding the unemployed, tightening corporate oversight, reforming tax codes, and advocating for a proactive federal role in job creation and infrastructure development.
