Roger Burrows, a Professor in Global Inequalities at the University of Bristol, dives into the influence of Neo-Reaction (NRx) on American politics. He discusses how NRx shapes extremist viewpoints and connections to the alt-right, particularly in the context of the upcoming US Elections. The conversation touches on tech elites’ alignment with NRx ideologies and the emergence of cryptocurrencies reflecting individual sovereignty. Additionally, Burrows highlights pressing global risks, including climate change and AI impacts, emphasizing the need for a community-focused shift in societal values.
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NRX Philosophy
NRX (Neo Reaction) is a political philosophy gaining prominence, funded by figures like Peter Thiel.
It's anti-democratic, favoring business-like governance and "exit" over voting.
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Tech Elites and NRX
Tech elites' "disdain for inefficiencies" in democracy aligns with NRX's view of its decline.
This perspective promotes technological solutions over traditional governance.
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Musk and NRX
Elon Musk's "red-pilled" status signifies his familiarity with NRX ideas.
This includes anti-democratic, pro-tech, and anti-humanist views, prioritizing technological solutions over social welfare.
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In this episode of The International Risk Podcast, Roger Burrows and Dominic discuss the upcoming US Elections. They discuss the consequences of the influence of NRx on Republicans and extremist viewpoints that have been shared throughout the election process. Moreover, Roger gives us his view on the three most important risks that we are facing as a society. Tune in to find out which!
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