Elon Musk Endorsement of 'High-Status Male' Governance Theory

[Social Media]

 

Elon Musk, has once again stirred controversy by endorsing a theory that advocates for governance by "high-status males" while excluding women and "low T men" from decision-making roles. The theory, which appears to have originated on the internet forum 4chan in 2021, was reposted by Musk on X, drawing widespread criticism.

 

The theory suggests that a truly free-thinking "Republic" could only be established if governed by "high [testosterone] alpha males" and "aneurotypical people"—a term that the post appears to use to describe individuals on the autism spectrum. According to the theory, these "high-status males" are the only individuals capable of objectively analyzing information and making decisions based on truth rather than consensus. The post further argues that individuals who cannot defend themselves physically, particularly women and men with low testosterone, rely on societal consensus to filter information as a safety mechanism.

 

"People who can’t defend themselves physically (women and low T men) parse information through a consensus filter as a safety mechanism,” the post reads. “Only high T alpha males and aneurotypical people (hey autists!) are actually free to parse new information with an objective ‘is this true?’ filter,” it continues. “This is why a Republic of high-status males is best for decision making. Democratic, but a democracy only for those who are free to think.”

 

Such theories, which promote a hierarchical and exclusionary form of governance based on perceived masculine traits, have been widely criticized for being sexist, unrealistic, and toxic. These ideas are often associated with alt-right communities that champion hegemonic masculinity and reject egalitarian principles.

 

In response to the post, Musk commented, "Interesting observation," which has led to speculation about his stance on the matter. The post was originally uploaded to X by an account named "AutismCapital," which frequently posts content appealing to right-wing audiences and supportive of Musk's ventures. The account labeled the theory as "also known as the Reich effect," seemingly alluding to Robert Reich, a former US Secretary of Labor, who recently penned an op-ed in The Guardian criticizing Musk as "out of control" and in need of restraint. Much of the account's content on Sunday was focused on mocking Reich while defending Musk.

 

It remains unclear whether Musk’s reposting of the theory indicates his agreement with its premise or if he was merely taking a jab at Reich. However, Musk’s history of engaging with controversial and often misleading information on his social media platform suggests that he may see such posts as part of a broader commitment to "free speech." Musk has frequently argued that allowing controversial, and sometimes offensive, posts is essential to maintaining free discourse on X, even when the content contains false or misleading information.

 

This approach has not been without consequences. X was recently blocked in Brazil after Musk refused to comply with a legal order aimed at preventing the spread of fake news on the platform. This incident is part of an ongoing legal battle between Musk and Brazilian authorities over the platform's role in disseminating misinformation.

 

Credit: The Independent 2024-09-04

 

 

 

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[Chomper Higgot]

This’ll go down well with all Betas who think they are Alphas.

 

 

[Geir Rasch]

Nothing new here. We heard this thoughts from a German who gained power in 1933.

[Purdey]

Imane Khelif has higher testosterone than Musk. Does that automatically make her a leader?

[Tug]

The dudes a monster heres a scary thought could you imagine a narcissist like muck teamed up with AI calling the shots?making decisions about your life for you…..yeiks!!

[mdr224]

8 hours ago, Social Media said:

The post further argues that individuals who cannot defend themselves physically, particularly women and men with low testosterone, rely on societal consensus to filter information as a safety mechanism

 

Hes describing liberals

Edited September 4 by mdr224

[JonnyF]

4 hours ago, Chomper Higgot said:

This’ll go down well with all Betas who think they are Alphas.

 

 

 

He's trolling you lib feminists. 

 

Looking for a reaction. Don't bite. 

 

Oops too late. 😄

 

Musk playin chess...

[maesariang]

4 hours ago, Chomper Higgot said:

This’ll go down well with all Betas who think they are Alphas.

 

 

So you know you are a beta.

[Chomper Higgot]

46 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

He's trolling you lib feminists. 

 

Looking for a reaction. Don't bite. 

 

Oops too late. 😄

 

Musk playin chess...

Says one of his fan boys.

[Chomper Higgot]

41 minutes ago, maesariang said:

So you know you are a beta.

I’m not a fan of self proclaimed authoritarian ‘strongmen’ and I don’t pump myself up by sticking it to people on the lower rungs of human misery.

 

Unlike some around here.

 

 

[JonnyF]

46 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Says one of his fan boys.

 

Says the lib feminist playing draughts.