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How Peter Thiel Became the Right’s Tech-Authoritarian Kingmaker

Offline with Jon Favreau

CHAPTER

The Ideological Ascendance of Peter Thiel

This chapter explores the rise of Peter Thiel as a controversial ideological figure in Silicon Valley, intertwining his financial ventures with libertarian principles and a belief in technology's ability to reshape governance. It delves into Thiel's influence on political thought, particularly in connection to radical ideas that challenge traditional democratic structures, and his strategic alliances with figures like Donald Trump. Through examining Thiel's ventures and ideological shifts, the chapter reflects on the wider implications for democracy and the evolving role of technology leaders in American society.

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