elites

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At times, elites used hat etiquette in reverse.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

During the Cold War, America’s elites understood that racism at home made America weak abroad.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

Dresser also criticized Anthropic’s strategy for being built on “fear, restriction, and the idea that a small group of elites should control AI.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

That the 43-year-old was attending the black tie event with stars and Washington elites in December is a sign of how drastically Milton’s fortunes had changed in 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

On the surface—where the elites of both races attempted to live their lives—all was serene.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson