All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg E153: In conversation with Jared Kushner: Israel-Hamas War, paths forward, macro picture, AI
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Nov 11, 2023 
Jared Kushner, former Senior Advisor to President Trump, shares insights on his transition to running Affinity Partners. He discusses the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict, providing historical context and exploring paths to stability in the region. Kushner critiques the current GOP dynamics and their influence on the 2024 election. The conversation ventures into macroeconomic trends and how AI is reshaping productivity, highlighting its implications for future tech developments and small businesses.
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Shifting Perspectives
- Jared Kushner's perspective shifted after traveling the country with Trump.
- He saw firsthand how Trump connected with average Americans who felt unheard, revealing a gap between elite perceptions and public sentiment.
Entrepreneurial Campaigning
- Trump's campaign success stemmed from an entrepreneurial approach and his ability to shift public opinion, rather than conforming to it.
- He adapted his message based on public response, effectively finding product-market fit like a startup.
Methodical Response in Gaza
- Kushner expresses concern about Israel's initial reaction to the Hamas attack, fearing an emotional rather than strategic response.
- He praises their subsequent methodical approach, emphasizing the complexity of Gaza and the global nature of the victims and hostages.