Who Rules America? Is the Title of a Book in Which

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Who Rules America? is the title of a book in which William Domhoff applies and updates C.Wright Mills's theory of the power elite.How would you respond to this question: "Who rules America?" Would you use democratic elitism,pluralism,or the power elite as your theoretical basis? Justify your choice by using concepts and terms in the text.

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Definitions:

Agency by Operation of Law

A legal principle that creates an agency relationship under certain conditions, despite the lack of any agreement between the parties, for reasons of fairness or necessity.

Settlement Agreement

A legally binding contract that resolves a dispute between parties outside of court, usually involving some form of compensation.

Unable

The condition of not having the necessary means, knowledge, or opportunity to do something.

Duty of Loyalty

A legal obligation of individuals in fiduciary positions to act in the best interest of the entity they are duty-bound to.