The understanding of cities has long been shaped not only by their physical form and economic functions but also by the complex interplay of cultural, social, and political forces that define urban life. Cultural politics in urban sociology refers to the ways in which power, identity, representation, and social values influence the production, organization, and experience of urban spaces. Different discourses have emerged over time to explain how culture operates within the city, each offering distinct perspectives on the negotiation of power, meaning, and social relations in urban contexts. These discourses provide critical insights into how cities are more than mere geographical locations—they are sites of struggle, negotiation, and cultural expression. One of the major discourses in understanding urban cultural politics stems from the Marxist and neo-Marxist tradition. This perspective views cities as arenas shaped by economic structures and class relations, where cultural forms often reflect the dominant ideology. The production of urban space, according to theorists like Henri Lefebvre, is inherently tied to social relations of power, particularly those of capital and labor. Lefebvre’s concept of the “right to the city” emphasizes that urban spaces are not neutral; they are socially produced through practices that either empower or marginalize different social groups. In this discourse, cultural politics is