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Social Stratification and Politics
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Which theory argues that political power is concentrated in the hands of a small elite, who use their wealth and influence to maintain their position?
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Elite Theory
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Elite Theory posits that a small, cohesive group of individuals holds disproportionate power and influence in society, often using their wealth and connections to maintain their privileged position.