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“Many of the ex-hippies who started companies like Apple, or the early online bulletin boards dedicated to organic food and following the Grateful Dead, were an odd combination of liberals and libertarians.” quote by Glenn Kelman
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“Many of the ex-hippies who started companies like Apple, or the early online bulletin boards dedicated to organic food and following the Grateful Dead, were an odd combination of liberals and libertarians.”

Glenn Kelman

About This Quote

The quote observes that early tech entrepreneurs, many of whom were former hippies, blended liberal and libertarian ideas in their ventures.

In simple terms: It points out the hybrid political philosophy of early Silicon Valley innovators.

Key Takeaway

Embrace diverse ideological influences in entrepreneurship.

Themes

technology culture politics

Mood

reflective insightful observational

Type

business cultural philosophical

When to use this quote

  • startup founding
  • product development
  • company culture
  • venture funding

Key Concepts

libertarianism progressivism innovation ecosystems

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do mixed ideologies affect company values?
  • Can political beliefs drive technological innovation?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook other motivations like profit or market forces.

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