On with Kara Swisher Reid Hoffman on Trump, Elon, Peter Thiel and Lina Khan
Oct 28, 2024
Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and renowned Democratic mega-donor, shares his insights on navigating the complex intersection of technology and politics. He discusses his opposition to Trump and his evolving relationships with figures like Elon Musk and Peter Thiel. Hoffman emphasizes the need for effective AI governance, urging collaboration for responsible regulations. He also highlights the critical role of tech companies in combating misinformation and fostering voter engagement, all while stressing the importance of maintaining democratic values in an increasingly polarized climate.
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Business Support for Trump
- Some business leaders support Trump for self-serving reasons, not principled ones.
- They may seek personal gain through crony capitalism or believe they can manipulate the system.
Lack of Integrity
- Business leaders supporting Trump prioritize personal gain over integrity.
- Their silence or flip-flopping on Trump's actions reveals a lack of principle.
Ben Horowitz's Support
- Ben Horowitz, initially critical of Biden, now supports Kamala Harris.
- This shift reflects Horowitz's principled concerns about governance and crypto regulations, not hedging.