According to O'Connor, the state in a capitalist society exhibits contradictions in trying to fulfil which two roles?
A) supporting capital accumulation and the legitimization of capitalist society
B) balancing stakeholder and shareholder value
C) ensuring democracy and responding to lobbyists
D) maintaining social welfare and raising tax income

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O'Connor argues that the state in a capitalist society is conflicted in trying to simultaneously support capital accumulation (which benefits the wealthy) and legitimize the system (which requires some level of public consent and support). This leads to contradictions and tensions within the state's role and actions. The other options are not addressed by O'Connor's argument.

According to O'Connor, the State in a Capitalist Society Exhibits