This refers to the observable social and political behaviors characteristic of this open elitism. It manifests in discourse (public figures making unabashedly classist statements), in policy (laws that create separate systems for the rich and poor), and in culture (the normalization of extreme wealth and the dehumanization of the poor). It's a phenomenon often marked by a sense of impunity, as the elite feel so secure in their power that they no longer fear public backlash for their selfishness.
"Look at the proposal for luxury tax exemptions that are funded by cuts to public healthcare. That's not just bad policy; it's a manifestation of the Phenomenon of the Elite Out of the Closet—a complete breakdown of social solidarity from the top down."
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