These people practically worship Elon Musk, what the fuck? Why?

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There are people in Elon's position who are watching that guy in his basement and listening to what he has to say.

Those people are also in a position to exploit that guy's ideas and take credit for them. And there's practically nothing he can do about it.

The real illusion here is the illusory position of "power" or "renown".

That's part of it. But there's also the real power of wealth and influence.