If you live in or near Silicon Valley, your local politics are heavily influenced by the tech industry. You might be surprised to learn how one politician is challenging the status quo, backed by significant tech money.
Matt Mahan is trending because he successfully ran for Mayor of San Jose, California's third-largest city, with significant tech industry backing.
His campaign was largely funded by tech executives and venture capitalists, signaling a growing influence of the tech sector in local governance beyond just lobbying efforts.