Robin Hood and the digital revolution

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The lovable legend of Robin Hood with his band of Merry Men making life difficult for the Sheriff of Nottingham offers a great way to understand the politics of 21st-century America.

As with any such story, casting is key. The modern version would place tech entrepreneurs in the role of Robin Hood and his gang. They’re committed to making life better for the masses and more than a little disdainful of the governing authorities.

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