liberal elites

A form of liberal elite — A stereotype describing a wealthy, educated class perceived as conveniently championing progressive policies and causes that don’t threaten their elite position (e.g. social liberalism, environmentalism), while dismissing those that do (e.g. wealth redistribution), and therefore seen as hypocritical.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of liberal elite
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