Elon Musk and America's Tech Oligarchy with Quinn Slobodian
Summary
Jon Stewart interviews historian Quinn Slobodian about his book *Muskism*, which critiques the rise of technocratic power and digital capitalism. They contrast the social contracts of Fordism with today’s era, where figures like Elon Musk wield unprecedented influence over infrastructure and politics without democratic accountability. The discussion highlights how Silicon Valley’s integration with state needs, such as defense and energy, creates systemic vulnerabilities and erodes worker protections.
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