Elite opinion

Definition

Elite opinion is the collective attitudes or beliefs held by individuals who possess a disproportionate amount of social, political, or economic power within a society. It often influences public policy and the broader public opinion through media channels and political discourse.

Related terms

Public Opinion:

The aggregate of individual attitudes or beliefs shared by some portion of the adult population, regarding social or political issues.

Political Socialization:

The process through which individuals acquire their political beliefs and values, often influenced by family, schools, media, and significant events.

Agenda Setting:

The ability of the news media to influence the importance placed on the topics of the public agenda; if a news item is covered frequently and prominently, the audience will regard the issue as more important