I don't know. Thiel will probably be around a lot longer than Trump. Maybe he doesn't need the respect of anyone in SV, but it might end up limiting opportuniti

I don't know. Thiel will probably be around a lot longer than Trump. Maybe he doesn't need the respect of anyone in SV, but it might end up limiting opportunities. Also, it seems like the chaotic nature of the Trump administration limits its value as an active ally. That is, what is it worth for Trump to be listening to you if nothing turns into a policy or legislation?