Government and Silicon Valley
Elon critiques the contradictory stance of Silicon Valley leaders who dismiss government intervention yet rely on it during crises. He argues that the erosion of trust in the banking system necessitated a bailout, emphasizing that underestimating the need for support can lead to greater risks. Ed counters the narrative that the ecosystem is systemically important, questioning the profitability and sustainability of many tech companies.In this clip
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