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Theories of Political Sociology
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Which theory of political sociology emphasizes the role of power in shaping political behavior and institutions?
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Elite theory
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Elite theory argues that a small group of individuals or families hold disproportionate power and influence in society, and that this power is used to maintain their own interests and control the political system.