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Marc Andreessen

01/26/25

@ Lex Fridman

The elite institutions, including universities, are facing a crisis of legitimacy as they struggle to adapt to the changing beliefs of the populace, leading to internal conflicts about their direction.

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Marc Andreessen: Trump, Power, Tech, AI, Immigration & Future of America | Lex Fridman Podcast #458

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Marc Andreessen: Trump, Power, Tech, AI, Immigration & Future of America | Lex Fridman Podcast #458

01/26/25

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