The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

The Silicon Valley Schism

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Jan 1, 2025
Virginia Postrel, a renowned journalist and author, discusses the intersection of technology and culture with Jonah Goldberg. They delve into the complexities of the H-1B visa debate, exploring the battle between innovation and populism. The conversation critiques nostalgic views of America while analyzing the influence of technocracy and the philosophical implications of technological progress. Postrel emphasizes the need for reforms in immigration and housing, advocating for community-driven solutions amidst the evolving landscape of American politics.
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Selective Dynamism

  • People are dynamists about things they want and static about others.
  • True free speech advocates are few, but half the country sides with them in any given political contest.
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Dynamism vs. Stasis

  • Dynamism centers learning through bottom-up experimentation and feedback.
  • Stasis seeks stability or a specific unchanging society, often utopian or nostalgic.
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Technocrats and Alliances

  • Dynamists are a political minority; technocrats often decide political direction through alliances.
  • Technocrats, valuing control, may ally with dynamists or those seeking a static ideal.
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