Football

 Football is essential, but art is not.

Bling is essential, but poetry is not.

War is essential, but peace is not.

Fear is essential, but love is not.

Popularity is essential, but integrity is not.

Spectacle is essential, but intimate conversation is not.

Marketing is essential, but truth is not.

Privilege is essential, but equality is not.

Wealth is essential, but equity is not.

And of course,

I am essential, but you are not.