Elon Musk’s ascendancy exposes democracy’s frailties (opens original article in a new tab)

Elon Musk's SpaceX IPO highlights its massive market success, but Musk's promotion of racial hatred and far-right ideologies in Britain and other regions has raised concerns about the impact of private wealth on democracy.

• SpaceX's IPO valued at over $2 trillion, making it the sixth-largest public company.
• Elon Musk used his platform to promote racial hatred and support far-right groups in Britain.
• Musk's actions raise concerns about the influence of private individuals on democratic norms.