Tech Billionaires and the Erosion of Democracy | California News

A new book, “The Nerd Reich,” warns that Silicon Valley billionaires are quietly dismantling American democracy — calling it “tech fascism.” Author Gil Durán, a former political advisor, argues figures like Peter Thiel and Elon Musk are building an authoritarian corporate system that prioritizes profit over public good. With urgent warnings and real-world examples, the book sparks debate about tech’s growing power — and what ordinary citizens can do to fight back before it’s too late. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f085f371f5d7e67b