A sociologist argues that the capitalist ruling class is willing to tolerate high rates of illegal immigration because these immigrants serve as a cheap labor pool. This sociologist is most likely to draw upon

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Exploitation theory argues that the capitalist ruling class benefits from exploiting the labor of the working class, including immigrant workers who may be willing to work for lower wages and fewer benefits than native-born workers. This theory suggests that the ruling class may turn a blind eye to illegal immigration because it serves their economic interests. The other theories listed (contact hypothesis, anomie theory, labeling theory) do not directly address the relationship between capitalism and immigration.

A Sociologist Argues That the Capitalist Ruling Class Is Willing