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Historian Jill Lepore says Silicon Valley misreads science fiction and undermines democracy

Historian Jill Lepore critiques how tech companies misinterpret science fiction, warning that their algorithms threaten democracy. Her new book highlights the dangers of an artificial state and calls for democratic governance over corporate...

TechCrunch· Aug 9, 2026 · 5:27 PM · 1 views

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Historian Jill Lepore critiques how tech companies misinterpret science fiction, warning that their algorithms threaten democracy. Her new book highlights the dangers of an artificial state and calls for democratic governance over corporate control.

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