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System Crash

Taking Down Tesla ft. Alex Winter

Feb 21, 2025
In this discussion, Alex Winter, an actor, director, and activist known for his critical stance on technology, shares insights on the rapidly growing Tesla Takedown protests he's helped organize. He highlights the surprising turnout and diverse voices opposing Elon Musk's influence on democracy. The conversation also touches on the silencing of Alphabet AI workers, the rise of meme coins in politics, and labor issues in tech companies. Winter emphasizes grassroots activism's vital role in challenging corporate power and fostering community engagement.
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  • Grassroots protests against Trump and Musk are reshaping the media narrative of public disengagement and demonstrating increasing community mobilization.
  • Concerns over Musk's influence in government highlight deep frustrations regarding accountability and legal violations affecting democratic institutions.

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Initial Responses to Trump's Return

Following Donald Trump's return to the presidency, there was a noticeable lack of immediate resistance reminiscent of the protests seen in 2016. While Democratic leaders initially viewed the election victory as a mandate for collaboration, this approach reflected a misreading of Trump's intentions and the seriousness of his actions against democratic institutions. The initial silence from prominent opposition figures led to a media narrative depicting a muted response from the public. Activists, however, began to mobilize at the grassroots level, setting the stage for future protests.

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