How is political background portrayed in Candida?

In George Bernard Shaw's play Candida, the political subtext is evident but not too obvious. For instance, Morell is what could be considered a socialist. He is a reverend who teaches a version of Christianity (some would argue the truest form of Christianity according to the teachings of Jesus Christ) that has many socialist elements, such a giving to the poor and equal distribution of wealth.
The social and power structure of the household—at least at first glance—also ppears to be egalitarian, which is an element of socialist beliefs. However, it is later evident to the audience or readers that it is actually Morell's wife who is in control of their household and who greatly influences the men around her. This is a subtle form of social commentary by Shaw on Victorian-era England.