Theology Applied THE CONFERENCE - Elite Theory & The New Christian Right - Auron MacIntyre - Session 5
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May 17, 2025 
Auron MacIntyre, a political theorist and elite theory expert, discusses the profound impact of elite governance on democratic societies. He shares insights from his Southern Baptist upbringing while criticizing the manipulation of public perception by elites. MacIntyre addresses the limitations of the Constitution and the importance of active civic participation. He warns about rising bureaucratic structures diluting personal autonomy and advocates for reviving Christian values to counter secular influences in a globalized world.
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Organized Minority Rules Majority
- The organized minority always rules the disorganized majority.
- This dynamic underpins political power, including government control in the U.S.
Ruling Elite Forms a Class
- A ruling elite forms a class sharing interests who retain power.
- In the U.S., we elect them, but they still act as a true ruling class.
Political Formula Legitimizes Power
- Ruling elites and the ruled both believe in a political formula legitimizing power.
- Popular sovereignty is the U.S. formula, but elites control popular opinion to stay in power.