# Historian: Silicon Valley's Sci-Fi Misreading Harms Democracy

Historian Jill Lepore argues that Silicon Valley misinterprets science fiction as a guide for the future, leading to flawed technological and political visions. She warns this mindset undermines democratic institutions and civic life. The critique adds to growing scrutiny of tech leaders' influence on society.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/09/historian-jill-lepore-says-the-tech-industry-is-led-by-bad-readers-who-are-undermining-democracy/) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000