Decoder with Nilay Patel Recode Decode: Andrew Yang
Jul 19, 2019
Andrew Yang, an entrepreneur and founder of Venture for America, shares his bold vision for the country, spotlighting his Freedom Dividend proposal for universal basic income. He tackles the challenges of convincing skeptics about UBI and emphasizes the looming threat of job automation. Yang also critiques the current political landscape, addresses climate change, and discusses the need for a human-centered economy. His candid insights on social media's role in politics and the urgent call for data privacy regulations make for a thought-provoking conversation.
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Yang's Silicon Valley Ties
- Kara Swisher, surprised to be unfamiliar with Andrew Yang despite her extensive Silicon Valley network, questions his "tech candidate" label.
- Yang explains his connection to Silicon Valley through Venture for America, family ties, and support from tech leaders.
Tech Industry Under Fire
- Being the "Silicon Valley candidate" is complicated, as the tech industry faces intense scrutiny. Yang acknowledges tech's shift from hero to villain status.
Freedom Dividend Pushback
- Yang's "freedom dividend" proposal faces criticism, often labeled as socialist or communist. He argues UBI is deeply American, citing historical figures like Thomas Paine and MLK.
