Digital autocracy articles - What is currently happening

Operation Hope
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I am writing articles about the PayPal mafia, how they are responsible for what happened, and the dangers of letting them access power. If you are curious about why Musk and Vance are in the WH, or you have no idea what Palantir is, you must understand where it comes from.

Feel free to add sources to it. All my articles are sourced (APA 7th edition).
You can find them on medium at Technocracy Unveiled;
The Rise of the PayPal Mafia: From Innovators to Political Influencers
The Ironic Embrace of Big Tech by Anti-Tech Conservatives: How Algorithms Eroded Democracy
The Silent Coup: Trump Reelection, The PayPal Mafia and the Future of American Democracy

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Have you ever thought about joining Substack?

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Not really, why substack?

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Thanks for the recommendation. I created one, and it’s very nice. I am currently importing some of my tech/politics-oriented articles on it. Cannot share links here but user name is @jackydallaire

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I just watched an interesting video about tech acting like a cult and its influence on American politics.

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That’s awesome! I think it’s a great spot for writers. I’ll go follow you. :smiling_face:

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People need to “worship” Tech in order for it to be a religion. You do not have people praying to Big tech and thinking that if they are “good tech-bros” they will be rewarded when they die with the Computer from the Enterprise-E or if they don’t that they will be forced to use ASCII and Basic the entirety of their after-life.

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Did you watch the video? If not, you should, it’s good. They’re not saying it’s a religion, though; Big Tech companies often write, speak, and structure themselves as if they are. Rather, the video shows how Big Tech companies have a cult-like influence over the masses and our government.

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Yes I did and I agree. I spent quite some time in silicon Valley and austin as a tech CEO and it is cultlike kinda corporate culture. As they say: There is nothing more dangerous than someone who wants to make the world a better place:)

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Cults aren’t just religious. They can exist in any context where a group demands unquestioning loyalty and discourages critical thinking. This can include workplaces, social groups, or political movements. What defines a cult isn’t necessarily belief in a deity, but rather the dynamics of control, manipulation, and unquestioned authority. Whether it’s in a boardroom or a church, cult-like behavior is about using pressure, conformity, and charismatic leadership to keep members obedient and dedicated to a mission, often at the cost of their personal well-being.

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I would add that it’s a con. Right?

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In so many ways

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