The Tech Bro-ligarchy
A Bit Fruity with Matt Bernstein
Grift Circus: Media, Tech, and Politics
This chapter explores the interplay between mass media and the rise of right-wing movements, emphasizing the impact of advertising-driven communication platforms. It highlights the self-serving nature of influential tech figures, drawing parallels with Donald Trump as a symbol of modern grifting in American culture. The discussion also examines the radicalization of public figures within the tech industry and their manipulation of social ideologies for profit and political influence.
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