The concept of Hegemony is one that is very applicable especially in our globally linked world.
Hegemony is the result when competing forces finally come to an end with a clear and decisive top dog: the Hegemon. This entity now has the power to exert its will over the lesser entities that vied for the position. That will can be any number of things: ideals, values or just the things the Hegemon wants to promote.
An example of a Hegemon is the United States when dealing with world politics. The US promotes in economic ideology of Capitalism and anyone who disagrees is a terrorist. The US fought off the Soviet Union for the position and has resulted in the USSR's disintegration. The US's reach touches all corners of the global is the main facilitator of global politics.
http://www.peaceworkmagazine.org/pwork/1100/112k06.htm
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