Undercurrents Katy Faust: Elon Musk is a modern polygamist
Feb 25, 2025
Katy Faust, Founder of Them Before Us, advocates for children’s rights and discusses the implications of Elon Musk's relationships, labeling his lifestyle as modern polygamy. She delves into Musk's complex family dynamics, raising concerns about how his choices may influence societal norms around marriage and child welfare. Faust critiques the moral hypocrisy in evangelical responses to leaders like Musk and addresses the ethical challenges posed by advanced reproductive technologies, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing children's well-being in family structures.
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Custody Dispute
- Ashley St. Clair filed for sole custody of her five-month-old son with Elon Musk.
- Musk has reportedly only seen the child three times for a total of three and a half hours.
Modern Polygamy
- Katy Faust argues Elon Musk's family structure resembles modern polygamy, causing jealousy and inequality.
- She points to Musk's 13 children with four women, mirroring Old Testament patriarch Jacob.
Risks of Polygamy
- Normalizing polygamy/polyamory harms children due to risks from unrelated adults in shared living spaces.
- Stepmothers are statistically more likely to harm children than biological mothers, highlighting inherent risks.