How Peter Thiel and the Stanford Review Built a Silicon Valley Empire

5/25/2018

This article is a cover story featuring Peter Thiel, a prominent venture capitalist and technology entrepreneur. It discusses Thiel's controversial views and political affiliations, including his support for Donald Trump during the 2016 presidential election. The article delves into Thiel's background, his success as a co-founder of PayPal and early investor in Facebook, and his influence in Silicon Valley. It also explores Thiel's criticism of the tech industry and his belief in the importance of creating new technological innovations. The article offers a nuanced look at Thiel's worldview and examines the impact he has had on the political and tech landscapes.

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