Power: A Multidimensional Category of Social Analysis

Power is a fundamental yet elusive concept in the social sciences, permeating every relationship and structure. This article examines its multidimensional nature, from the classical concepts of Max Weber and Robert Dahl to the contemporary perspectives of Michel Foucault and Steven Lukes. It explores the mechanisms of power in social, psychological (Milgram's experiment), and economic contexts, as well as emerging forms such as algorithmic power. The text also explores critical perspectives and alternative models, including Hannah Arendt's, offering a comprehensive perspective on this pervasive phenomenon.