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Part II: Apocalypse Now? Peter Thiel on Ancient Prophecies and Modern Tech
Uncommon Knowledge
Navigating Existential Dilemmas: Armageddon vs. Totalitarian Threats
This chapter explores the dual existential threats of catastrophic events and authoritarian governance by using the mythological metaphor of Scylla and Charybdis. It calls for a shift in focus from solely fearing Armageddon to recognizing the potential dangers of totalitarianism that could arise as responses to crises.
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