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20VC: Sequoia's Shaun Maguire: Will We See WW3 Shortly | Why DEI is a Cancer for Society | Why Iran is the World's Greatest Evil | Why Trump is the Only Hope for Peace in the Middle East | Trump vs Harris: Who Wins & What Happens

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Aug 12, 2024
Shaun Maguire, a Partner at Sequoia Capital and seasoned investor in transformative companies like SpaceX, shares his provocative insights on global politics. He argues that Iran poses a significant threat, urging a reevaluation of U.S. foreign policy. Shaun discusses the potential for Trump to bring stability to the Middle East and critiques current DEI initiatives as detrimental. He also explores the state of freedom of speech and the realities of international conflicts, emphasizing the need for candid dialogue amidst societal changes.
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ANECDOTE

From Dropout to PhD

  • Shaun Maguire, despite dropping out of high school, obtained a PhD from Caltech.
  • This was driven by a desire to prove a teacher wrong who gave him a zero on an algebra test.
ANECDOTE

DARPA and Afghanistan

  • Shaun Maguire worked at DARPA and deployed to Afghanistan, but clarifies he was not a spy.
  • He sought a meaningful way to serve, given his unconventional academic background.
INSIGHT

Iran: The Greatest Evil

  • Shaun Maguire believes the Iranian regime is the greatest evil in the world due to their oppressive actions and role in global chaos.
  • He cites their involvement in the drug trade, support for the Taliban, and supplying munitions to Russia.
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