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How Peter Thiel Became the Right’s Tech-Authoritarian Kingmaker
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Peter Thiel: Shaping Republican Politics and Silicon Valley
This chapter examines Peter Thiel's profound influence on contemporary Republican politics and the tech landscape, emphasizing his role in promoting hard-right ideologies aligned with Donald Trump. It details Thiel's early political activities at Stanford, his investment strategies that favor conservative talent, and the controversial viewpoints in his writings, particularly regarding diversity. The discussion culminates in a critique of Thiel's book 'Zero to One', highlighting its implications for innovation and corporate culture within Silicon Valley.
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