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A theory suggesting that a small number of wealthy, influential people make the important decisions in society rather than the majority population.
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Oligarchy: A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.
Power Elite Theory: The theory that a small number of wealthy and influential people make the important decisions in society.
Plutocracy: Government by the wealthy.