The New Elite: How Education and Language Became Tools of Control

In the modern era, power is not just about wealth or political connections; it’s about who holds the credentials and who speaks the right language. Welcome to the world of credentialism and wokabulary, where educational attainment and ideological conformity define the new ruling class.

Degree inflation has transformed the job market. Over six million positions now require a college degree, even for roles that historically did not. This shift acts as a gatekeeper, privileging those who can navigate academia and marginalizing skilled workers without degrees. Degrees have become less about merit and more about signaling belonging to a cultural elite.

Equally important is the rise of wokabulary—a specialized language filled with terms like