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The modern left's inclination to embrace critical theory and its attendant notions of oppression and identity politics further complicates the discussion of objective truth. This shift diverges significantly from classical Marxism, where economic structures were the primary focal point. Today’s left engages with a framework wherein personal identity—whether based on race, gender, or class—is central to its discourse. This transformation gives rise to a culture of grievance, often invoking the idea that unequal outcomes result from systemic discrimination rather than acknowledging the myriad of complex factors influencing societal outcomes.