Populism, Big Business, and the Evolving Landscape of Conservative Coalitions

The chapter delves into the intersection of populism and big business, focusing on a figure transitioning from venture capitalism to politics and the influence of Silicon Valley conservatives like Peter Thiel. It explores the alignment of Republican policy priorities with big business interests, implications of challenging trade agreements, and contrasting economic policies between the Biden and Trump administrations. The discussion also touches on the varying views of corporate leaders towards different political administrations and the impact of actions like AI regulation and taxation on business dynamics.