12min chapter

Power User with Taylor Lorenz cover image

Elon Musk and the Billionaire Baby Boom

Power User with Taylor Lorenz

CHAPTER

Silicon Valley's Pronatalist Movement

This chapter explores the growing trend of pronatalism among tech leaders in Silicon Valley, sparked by concerns over declining birth rates and influenced by figures like Elon Musk. It examines the historical context of this movement and its connections to cultural identity, political ideology, and the implications of emerging reproductive technologies. Additionally, the chapter raises ethical questions surrounding gene editing, eugenics, and potential societal disparities resulting from modern parenting practices.

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