Capitalist Exploitation

Capitalist exploitation refers to a situation where those who own the means of production (like factories or businesses) benefit from the work of employees without fully compensating them for the value they create. In this system, workers sell their labor, but the profits generated — called surplus value — primarily go to the owners, often resulting in unequal wealth distribution. This dynamic raises questions about fairness, as it suggests workers are not paid the full value of their effort, leading to a cycle where capitalists accumulate wealth at the expense of labor.