Frankfurt School (critical theory)

The Frankfurt School is a group of influential thinkers from Germany who, starting in the 1920s, developed critical theory—a way of analyzing society that questions how power, culture, and economic systems shape our beliefs and behaviors. They aimed to identify and challenge social inequalities, domination, and mass media's role in manipulating public consciousness. Their work encourages us to think deeply about how societal structures impact freedom and individuality, promoting social change toward greater equality and justice.