Political Elite
/ˌpɒlɪtɪkəl ɪˈliːt/
Definitions
- (n.) A small group of people who hold a disproportionate amount of political power or influence within a society or government.
The political elite shaped the new constitution to safeguard their interests.
Forms
- political elites
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Commentary
The term is often used in legal scholarship to analyze the distribution of power and influence in policymaking and constitutional interpretation.
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