Which critique did Veblen's work influence?
Critiques of fascism, capitalism, and technological determinism
Critique of neoliberalism
Critiques of socialism
All the above
Answer
Thorstein Veblen was an American economist and sociologist who is considered one of the most influential social critics of his time. His work influenced critiques of fascism, capitalism, and technological determinism. Veblen argued that the institutions of capitalism were inherently flawed and that the pursuit of profit was a destructive force that was leading to the impoverishment of the working class and the destruction of the environment.
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