In this 5-minute video, we dive into the Structural Marxist theory of the state, a framework that seeks to explain how the state serves the interests of the ruling class and perpetuates social inequality. Drawing on the works of Marxist scholars such as Nicos Poulantzas and Ralph Miliband, we explore the key concepts and assumptions of this theory, including the role of the state in maintaining capitalist relations of production. We also discuss some of the criticisms and debates surrounding the Structural Marxist approach, and its relevance in today's world. This video is a great introduction for anyone interested in Marxist theory, political sociology, or critical perspectives on the state.

Tags: Structural Marxism, Marxist theory, state, ruling class, social inequality, Nicos Poulantzas, Ralph Miliband, capitalist relations of production, civil society, ideological state apparatuses, political sociology, critical theory.