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Silicon Valley's Political Shift: From Liberal Roots to Trump Support
This chapter investigates the unexpected political realignment within Silicon Valley, examining the transition from strong support for liberal figures like Barack Obama to backing Donald Trump. It analyzes the impact of regulatory pressures, emerging technologies, and key figures like Elon Musk on this transformation, highlighting how traditional liberal values are challenged by libertarian ideals. The chapter also explores the intricacies of campaign finance, relationship dynamics among tech leaders, and the evolving landscape of political allegiance in the tech community.