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Silicon Valley is Backing Donald Trump w/ Jacob Silverman

Tech Won't Save Us

CHAPTER

The Influence of Peter Thiel and Silicon Valley in Right-Wing Politics

This chapter explores the significant impact of Peter Thiel in shaping right-wing politics within Silicon Valley, focusing on his support for Trump, intellectual influence, connections to influential figures, and hosting of fundraising events. It also discusses the unexpected rise of a Silicon Valley figure supporting Trump and the shift towards more nationalistic stances within the tech industry, aligning with American geopolitical interests amidst competition from China and Russia.

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