Equity How much ‘government efficiency’ will Elon Musk be able to pull off?
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Dec 11, 2024 
Michael Morris, a professor at Columbia Business School and author of 'Tribal,' dives into the ambitious plans of Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to revolutionize government efficiency, aiming to save $2 trillion. The conversation also highlights the impact of tech leaders in government, potential influences on crypto and AI regulation, and challenges startups face in innovating within the military. Morris's insights connect behavioral science to these complex interactions between technology, business, and politics.
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Government Efficiency Challenges
- Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy aim to save $2 trillion in government spending through their Doge initiative.
- Professor Morris expresses skepticism, citing past failures of similar initiatives and the rigid structure of government.
Twitter vs. Government
- Michael Morris compares Elon Musk's Twitter takeover (now X) to government, highlighting the difference in ethos.
- Government workers operate under different contracts and regulations, making swift changes like mass layoffs more complex.
Conflicts of Interest
- While acknowledging potential conflicts of interest with tech leaders in government, Morris points out that this isn't new.
- Many past officials have had ties to industries they regulated.
