Elon, Inc. Citizen Elon, Episode 3: Vox Dei
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Nov 22, 2024 
Elon Musk, billionaire entrepreneur behind Tesla and SpaceX, dives deep into the political implications of his rising influence and ties with Donald Trump. The discussion explores how social media and disinformation reshaped perceptions during the election cycle. Musk addresses the potential ethical issues surrounding wealth and power in government while highlighting the need for accountability. The interplay of admiration and concern for his concentrated influence reveals the complexities of modern democracy and the importance of maintaining democratic values.
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Trump's Victory Speech
- Trump declared victory on the morning of November 6th, 2020.
- He highlighted Elon Musk as a new star and "an amazing guy."
Fears of Post-Election Violence
- Joan Donovan, a journalism professor, feared post-election violence, especially if the results were close.
- Pre-election conspiracy theories about rigged elections were rampant, fueled by Elon Musk and his followers.
Elon Musk on Joe Rogan
- On the eve of the election, Elon Musk directed his followers to listen to his interview on the Joe Rogan Experience.
- The interview covered diverse topics, from video games and meat-eating to grievances against the White House Correspondents' Dinner.