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#508 - The Breakup Episode

The Fifth Column

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Unpacking Palantir's Role in Government Surveillance

This chapter investigates the implications of Palantir's growing government contracts since the Trump administration, emphasizing concerns about data centralization and national security. It critiques media narratives that portray the company as solely responsible for controversial practices while calling for a broader discussion on civil liberties and systemic issues. The dialogue also highlights the need for more consistent scrutiny of corporations based on their political affiliations, exploring the tension between technology and governance.

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