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Tech Titans' Controversial Views Threaten Women's Voting Rights

9/13/2025

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Tech billionaire Peter Thiel funded JD Vance's political career and questioned women's voting rights in a 2009 essay, later clarifying he does not support disenfranchisement but is skeptical about voting outcomes.
Elon Musk has not opposed women's voting directly but has tweeted against universal suffrage and suggested limiting it to parents.
The article warns that right-wing figures may gradually undermine women's voting rights through legislation, highlighting the importance of considering the views of influential figures like Musk and Thiel.

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Tech billionaire Peter Thiel funded JD Vance's political career and questioned women's voting rights in a 2009 essay, later clarifying he does not support disenfranchisement but is skeptical about voting outcomes.
Elon Musk has not opposed women's voting directly but has tweeted against universal suffrage and suggested limiting it to parents.
The article warns that right-wing figures may gradually undermine women's voting rights through legislation, highlighting the importance of considering the views of influential figures like Musk and Thiel.