Silicon Valley's New Paradigm: Governance and Public Discourse

This chapter explores the contradictions in Silicon Valley's conservatism and the emerging managerial society, highlighting the tension between market systems and monopolistic ventures like Tesla and SpaceX. It examines how social media platforms, particularly Twitter X, distort public belief and engagement, pushing narratives that affect democratic discourse and popular consent. The conversation also reflects on the cognitive limitations in navigating modern complexities, ultimately questioning the quality of information shaping societal views and experiences across different social classes.