Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know Is Lina Khan The Most Hated Person on Wall Street?
Sep 26, 2024
Lina Khan, the Federal Trade Commission Chair, is shaking up the status quo with her bold antitrust policies, particularly against big players like Amazon. Hasan dives into why she’s seen as Wall Street's nemesis and how she's tackling consumer frustrations over subscription cancellations. Their chat also touches on the challenges of public perception and the complexities of monopolies in the marketplace. With a dash of humor, they explore the notion that being 'boring' can mean being effective, revealing the hidden strengths behind her serious demeanor.
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Easy Cancellations
- Companies should make cancelling subscriptions as easy as signing up.
- This combats deceptive practices and respects consumer choice.
Planet Fitness Struggles
- Hasan Minhaj struggles to cancel his Planet Fitness membership.
- He jokes about being charged even after his death.
Wall Street's Focus on Khan
- Lina Khan faces intense scrutiny, with numerous Wall Street Journal articles focused on her.
- This highlights the pushback against her aggressive approach to antitrust enforcement.