Who was the so-called new middle class? What was the role of expertise and organization in this new professionalism?
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People, who were classified as a new middle-class were people that started to make their own careers (starting business of getting a well-paid job), they have observed a great growth in their salaries at that time and had a lot of leisure time. Expertise had a very important role - people believed that it is a solution to the weakness of society.
The new middle class emerged during industrialization, consisting of skilled professionals such as engineers and managers. Expertise and organization were crucial for this class, as they allowed members to acquire specialized knowledge and form networks to advocate for their interests. This shift emphasized meritocracy and the importance of qualifications over traditional status.
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