Is ‘The Nerd Reich’ Taking Over the Government?
KQED's Forum
Tech Titans and Dictatorial Dreams
This chapter explores the controversial ideas of a computer engineer advocating for a shift from democracy to a tech-driven dictatorship model. It examines the influence of tech billionaires, particularly Peter Thiel, on political figures like J.D. Vance and how their ideologies challenge traditional governance. The discussion highlights the implications of a new elite’s vision for society, shaped by surveillance and radical technological governance.
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