
What the Trump Administration Must Do Instead of Revenge | Peter Thiel
243 snips Mar 2, 2025
Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal and Palantir, shares his provocative insights on the shifting political landscape in the GOP and the role of tech leaders like Elon Musk. He discusses the need for Republicans to modernize their priorities and the emerging influence of figures moving away from traditional leftist views. Thiel critiques the politicization of scientific discourse and the decline of elite institutions like Harvard, while also addressing the stagnation of innovation in academia and technology. Get ready for a thought-provoking exploration of politics, education, and the future.
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Silicon Valley's Shift and Trump's 2024 Win
- Peter Thiel discusses Silicon Valley's political shift and Trump's 2024 victory.
- He highlights the demographic defiance and the need to modernize Republican priorities.
Early Support for JD Vance
- Peter Thiel recounts his early support for JD Vance.
- Thiel recognized Vance's thoughtfulness and interest in rethinking Republican priorities.
Regulatory Pressure and Big Tech's Leftward Shift
- Peter Thiel discusses how regulatory pressure pushed Big Tech leftward.
- He contrasts his position as a board member with the immense pressure faced by CEOs.