Jacobin vs. Tech: Socialist Detour

The article "Silicon Valley’s courtship of the far right" examines the increasing connections between Silicon Valley tech companies and the far-right wing of the Republican Party. It argues that figures like Elon Musk, through actions such as reinstating Donald Trump on Twitter (now X), are actively courting and enabling far-right ideologies. The piece details how individuals with ties to Peter Thiel, a venture capitalist known for his right-wing political views and support for figures like Trump, are gaining influence within various tech companies. This influence manifests in policy changes, content moderation decisions, and platform strategies that, according to the article, normalize and amplify extremist viewpoints. Furthermore, the article highlights the financial incentives driving this relationship. Tech companies are portrayed as seeking to ingratiate themselves with a potential Republican administration to avoid regulatory scrutiny and secure favorable policies. It suggests that this alignment with the far-right is not merely a matter of free speech absolutism, but a calculated move driven by financial self-interest and a desire to protect their power. The author views this trend as a dangerous development, contributing to the normalization and amplification of far-right ideologies within the digital sphere and posing a threat to democratic institutions. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/03/14/8db9-m14.html