When we read Karl Marx, we discussed a few things. religion being a crutch, capitalism spurring technological innovation, and how labor is dehumanizing. I understood all of these points and agreed with them for the most part, except labor being dehumanizing.
I think one situation brought up was someone working in a factory where there are horrible working conditions and they're treated poorly, etc. My argument is, while yes, they are being treated unfairly, they still probably knew what they were getting themselves into ahead of time. If they knew before they accepted the job that they wouldn't be in the best environment and that they'd be treated unfairly, is it really dehumanizing (at least, on the employers part)? If they know what they're getting themselves into, then it's their own fault. They could've rejected the job offer, or quit once they found out. If they accept knowing the conditions or continue to work there (without at least looking for another job), then I don't see it as dehumanizing. They're bringing the misery upon themselves.
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