This links with Marx's theory of the 'chain of inheritance' within families, as kin passes down items such as properties and businesses, benefitting Capitalism and the ruling class, whilst oppressing the under class's chance of working a better job. ... However, Liberal Feminist Oakley (1974) believes that lone parent families are effective in society as opposed to the traditional nuclear household due to not being controlled by a patriarchal partner or living under dual burden. ... With benefits such as Job Seekers' Allowance and Child Benefit, many families depend...

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