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The Plumb Bob and the Technoking: Notes from the Edge of American Mobility
- The rise and fall of Tesla, led by Elon Musk, highlights a shift towards techno-feudalism, where tech giants wield immense power over users.
- Musk's grand visions are questioned, seen more as marketing tactics than genuine goals, leading to a cult-like corporate mythology around Tesla.
- His latest project of building a company town in Texas draws comparisons to historical oppressive company towns.
- Yanis Varoufakis warns of a system where power and wealth are concentrated in the hands of a few, resembling modern-day serfdom.
- The focus on growth, stock prices, and patents may overshadow the importance of meeting basic needs and respecting everyone in society.
- The 'Doughnut Economics' model by Kate Raworth emphasizes meeting social foundations while respecting planetary limits.
- The story of a marginalized individual highlights the failures of institutions in supporting those on the fringes of society.
- Jean Vanier's quote emphasizes the need for a society that includes and supports everyone, not discarding the weak and non-productive.
- Rethinking infrastructure and urban design aims to create inclusive frameworks that cater to all citizens, ensuring access to essential services.
- The concept of Fleets of Autonomous Vehicles that are Electric and Shared (FAVES) presents a more equitable transportation model for the future.
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