The Establishment facts for kids

The Establishment is a term used to describe a powerful group of people or an elite that holds a lot of power and authority in a country or organization. Think of them as the people who are already in charge and have been for a while. This group might be very exclusive, meaning they choose their own members, or they might be specific, long-standing powerful structures within the government or other important organizations.

What is The Establishment?

The term "The Establishment" refers to a group of people who have a lot of influence and control. They are often seen as the traditional leaders or decision-makers. This group can include politicians, business leaders, religious figures, or even people in the media. They often work together, even if informally, to keep things the way they are.

How Does The Establishment Work?

The Establishment often works by influencing decisions and policies. They might have strong connections in government, business, and other important areas. Because they have been in power for a long time, they understand how things work and can use their connections to get things done. This can be good for stability, but sometimes people feel it makes it hard for new ideas or different groups to gain power.

Who is Part of The Establishment?

It's not always easy to point to specific people and say they are "The Establishment." It's more of a concept. However, it generally includes people who:

• Have held important positions for many years.
• Come from powerful or wealthy families.
• Have strong connections to other influential people.
• Are part of traditional institutions like major political parties, big corporations, or well-known universities.

Why Do People Talk About The Establishment?

People often talk about "The Establishment" when they feel that a small group of people has too much control. This can happen when:

• New ideas struggle to gain acceptance.
• It seems like the same people always make the big decisions.
• There's a feeling that the system is rigged or unfair to those outside the powerful group.

Sometimes, political movements or new parties rise up by saying they are fighting against "The Establishment" to bring about change.

See also

• Elite
• Power (social and political)
• Establishment para niños (In Spanish)