Tech Won't Save Us The New Tech Oligarchy w/ Gaby Del Valle
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Jan 23, 2025 
Gaby Del Valle, a policy reporter at The Verge and author of an upcoming book on ecofascism, breaks down the complex relationship between tech oligarchs and politics. She discusses how Silicon Valley aligned with far-right ideologies during Trump's presidency and the emergence of a tech oligarchy. Del Valle also touches on Elon Musk's influence and the resurgence of eugenic ideas within tech circles, exploring implications for social policy and regulatory scrutiny in an increasingly polarized landscape.
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Tech Oligarchy's Support for Trump
- Tech billionaires attended Trump's inauguration, signaling their support and aligning interests.
- This exemplifies the tech oligarchy's pursuit of self-enrichment and influence over government.
Tech Oligarchy and Political Parties
- Joe Biden's recognition of a tech oligarchy is accurate but belated.
- Both Democrats and Republicans are elite parties, but one side has more money and reactionary tendencies.
Elon Musk and Far Right Embrace
- Elon Musk's potential Nazi salute at Trump's rally reflects his embrace of the far right.
- His actions, like retweeting actual Nazis and promoting the great replacement theory, are more concerning than the salute itself.
