Pivot G-7 nations' historic tax reform, Bitcoin 2021, and Friend of Pivot Jon Meacham on de-platforming Trump
Jun 8, 2021
Join Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham as he delves into the implications of the G-7's historic tax reform, establishing a 15% global corporate tax rate to combat tax avoidance. The discussion shifts to the evolving cryptocurrency landscape, spotlighting the Bitcoin 2021 event and the contrasting visions of tech leaders. Meacham also reflects on the impact of de-platforming figures like Trump, the normalization of extreme political rhetoric, and the historical context of today's political polarization.
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Bezos' Space Flight and Trillionaire House
- Jeff Bezos, post-Amazon, will fly to space with Blue Origin.
- Scott Galloway jokes about Bezos using metabolic steroids and fillers, and proposes a reality show "Trillionaire House".
Facebook's Trump Ban
- Facebook extends Donald Trump's ban for two years.
- Scott Galloway believes Zuckerberg is not naive but a sociopath, using sideshows to deflect responsibility.
G7 Tax Reform
- G7 nations reach a historic tax reform deal, setting a minimum global corporate tax rate at 15%.
- This is lauded as fantastic leadership by the G7 and Janet Yellen, potentially generating substantial incremental revenue.