Cognitive class war describes societal conflict driven by educational and intellectual divides rather than economic ones. It is used by elites to frame policy debates—pitting credentialed professionals against less educated groups. Those benefiting include political strategists and media figures who exploit these tensions to distract from shared economic interests, deepening polarization.
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