Elitism is the belief or philosophy that a particular group of people with exceptional abilities, specialized training or experience, wealth, or other unique characteristics, are the people whose interpretations on several issues need to be taken more seriously. More simply, some believe that these people are best suited to steward or whose insights or actions are most likely to be beneficial and profitable. Otherwise, the term elitism could be used to define a condition in which power is effectively concentrated in the hands of an elite, rightly or wrongly. Pluralism, in a rather general sense, is the acceptance and approval of diversity. The concept is used in a wide variety of issues and sometimes in many different ways. In politics, supporting diversity in community benefits and beliefs is one of the most imperative aspects of democracy today. In science, this idea defines many different philosophies, approaches and points of view that can be deemed legitimate and/or credible. This perspective could perhaps be the centerpiece of major scientific advances. Elitism is believed to best describe modern American politics. One can best agree in American politics that a great deal of political power is held by a relatively small, but wealthy, group of people who share similar interests and views and who most likely come from fortunate families and fairly comparable upbringings. Most of the top leaders of this country in almost all important sectors of society are considered to be recruited almost from the same social groups. Elite theorists emphasize the degree to which corporate and foundation executives, family ties, and everyday social contacts come together and facilitate organization among top leaders in... middle of paper... and marriage between Same-sex people is a hot topic in many political debates. More and more states now legally allow gay and lesbian marriage. In 2013, sixteen states legalized same-sex marriage, and many more states are expected to follow this trend in the coming years. Works Cited ACLU, . “Military Commissions Act of 2006.” . American Civil Liberties Union, March 13, 2007. Web. December 11, 2013. .Americapedia, . “Majority rule versus minority rights.” Bill of Rights Institute. (2010): n. page. Print.Dallas, John. “Majority Rule/Minority Rights: Essential Principles.” The network of democracy. (2009): n. page. Network. 11 December 2013. .Hall, ed. “United States National Debt Clock.” (September 2013): n. page. Network. December 11. 2013. .