Chris Hughes

Chris Hughes is an American entrepreneur, author, and political activist best known as a co-founder of Facebook. Born on November 26, 1983, in Hickory, North Carolina, Hughes' journey from a Harvard undergraduate to a significant figure in the tech and media industries is both intriguing and multifaceted.

Early Life and Education

Hughes attended Harvard University, where he met Mark Zuckerberg, Eduardo Saverin, and Dustin Moskovitz, who would become his co-founders in creating Facebook. At Harvard, Hughes majored in history and literature and played a crucial role in the early development and public relations of the social networking site.

Facebook

Facebook was founded in 2004 by Hughes, Zuckerberg, Saverin, and Moskovitz. Hughes managed the site’s public relations and user experience until 2007. His efforts significantly contributed to Facebook's early growth and success.

Political and Social Activism

After leaving Facebook, Hughes explored various avenues, including political and social activism. He became a prominent advocate for economic equality and social justice. In 2012, Hughes acquired a majority stake in and became the editor-in-chief of The New Republic, a magazine focused on political and cultural commentary.

Hughes married Sean Eldridge, a political activist and founder of Stand Up America, a progressive advocacy organization, in 2012. Their relationship and shared political ambitions have been widely noted. Eldridge ran for Congress in New York's 19th congressional district in 2014 but was unsuccessful.

Publications and Economic Views

In 2018, Hughes published "Fair Shot: Rethinking Inequality and How We Earn," which discusses income inequality and proposes a guaranteed income for American workers. His ideas have sparked significant discussions on economic policies and social welfare.

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