The impact of technology, particularly major companies like Google, on electoral outcomes can be substantial and covert. In the 2012 presidential election, a tech team's influence was responsible for a significant portion of votes, showcasing the potential for shifting millions of votes without public awareness. By 2016, estimates suggested that Google could sway between 2.6 and 10.4 million votes toward Hillary Clinton, ultimately resulting in a very close popular vote outcome. Following the election, top Google officials defiantly committed to preventing a repeat of the previous outcome, signaling an alarming undermining of democratic processes. Their approach raises concerns about the manipulation of electoral integrity under the guise of protecting democracy, indicating that tech giants may prioritize their influence over fair democratic practices.

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