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Why We Need the Rich for Democracy & Tech Progress with John McGinnis, Professor at Northwestern University
Published 5 months ago
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The culture is turning on billionaires, but who do you think is funding our technological progress?
Today, we're talking to John McGinnis, Professor at Northwestern University and author of "Why Democracy Needs the Rich." We discuss why wealthy individuals are essential to technological progress and democracy, how professional influencers create incentive structures against the rich, and why America's AI dominance depends on venture capital and entrepreneurial coordination.
All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
To pick up a copy of "Why Democracy Needs the Rich," check it out here!