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Part Three: How Peter Thiel Became the Gravedigger of Democracy

Behind the Bastards

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Investments, Ideology, and Immortality

This chapter explores the intricate ties between financial investment, political ideology, and personal motivations, particularly through the lens of influential figures like Peter Thiel. It delves into the psychological underpinnings of wealth-driven support for right-wing movements, life-extension projects, and a fascination with immortality, while also critiquing the moral dilemmas faced by the affluent. Additionally, the chapter examines Thiel's investment strategies in the context of an impending societal collapse, intertwining his financial decisions with philosophical and religious themes.

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