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Let's Say Gay, The U.S. Bans Russian Oil, and Guest Jeffrey Sonnenfeld

Mar 11, 2022
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Senior Associate Dean at Yale School of Management, dives deep into the ongoing impact of the 'Don't Say Gay Bill' and corporations' varying responses. The conversation shifts to the U.S. ban on Russian oil imports, highlighting its economic repercussions and influence on renewable energy. Sonnenfeld also explores corporate ethics during geopolitical crises, discussing the motivations behind companies leaving or staying in Russia. Insightful reflections on the complexities of corporate social responsibility in a rapidly changing world round out this engaging discussion.
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ADVICE

Local School Issues

  • Address school issues locally, not through sweeping legislation.
  • Codifying distrust in teachers is overreach, especially in Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill.
INSIGHT

Political Manipulation

  • The "Don't Say Gay" bill exploits parental anxieties about sex and sexual orientation in schools.
  • This distracts from real issues like childhood hunger and erodes trust between parents and teachers.
ANECDOTE

Castro Kids

  • Kara Swisher's sons were raised in San Francisco's Castro district by two lesbians.
  • Despite this, they grew up to be heterosexual, highlighting the absurdity of the "groomer" narrative.
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