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The Blockchain Socialist

OTNS: Is Praxis a bunch of fascists dressed as libertarians?

Jan 7, 2024
Ali Breland, a journalist at Mother Jones who has written on crypto and politics, discusses his experience at a Praxis sponsored party in NYC, interviews with ex-employees about the founder's fascist sympathies, and how they target 'cool kids'. They also explore applying for a citizenship and question Praxis' connections to far-right figures.
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  • Praxis Society attempts to attract both left-leaning and far-right individuals to cultivate a specific scene in downtown New York.
  • There is a contradiction within Praxis Society's vision, as they promote free-market libertarian ideals while having far-right connections and influences.

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Overview of the Praxis Society and its goals

The podcast episode delves into the Praxis Society, a startup that aims to create a libertarian utopia and network state. It explores how Praxis Society has attempted to cultivate a specific scene in downtown New York by engaging with left-leaning and far-right individuals. The podcast also highlights the rumors surrounding Praxis Society's plans to establish a city in the Mediterranean. It mentions the aspirations to create a laissez-faire, free-market environment and the controversies surrounding far-right connections and influences within the organization.

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