How the U.S. government came to rely on the tech billionaire—and is now struggling to rein him in.

  • @quantum_mechanic@sh.itjust.works
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    2210 months ago

    Look at Rupert Murdoch. He unquestionably holds more power than Musk and has been at it for a long time. Democracy is an illusion, since people are very easily influenced by the media they consume.

    • @FaeDrifter@midwest.social
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      710 months ago

      Better education that emphasizes skepticism and critical thinking would do so much to fight the influence of media.