E138: Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy in conversation with the Besties
2023/7/21
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
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Chamath Palihapitiya
以深刻的投资见解和社会资本主义理念而闻名的风险投资家和企业家。
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David Sacks
一位在房地产法和技术政策领域都有影响力的律师和学者。
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Vivek Ramaswamy
Vivek Ramaswamy: 我认为公司应该专注于其核心业务，而不是卷入政治和社会议题。我反对'觉醒文化'，并认为公司应该专注于为客户创造价值，以最大化股东利益。我参选总统是为了改变这种现状。
Chamath Palihapitiya: 我同意Ramaswamy的观点，公司不应过度卷入政治。
David Sacks: 我同意Ramaswamy的观点，公司不应过度卷入政治。
David Friedberg: 我同意Ramaswamy的观点，公司不应过度卷入政治。
Deep Dive
Vivek Ramaswamy discusses his background as a biotech entrepreneur and investor, and his transition to politics. He explains his concerns about "wokeism" and the dilution of American ideals, citing his experiences at his own company and the broader societal trends as his motivations for seeking the presidency. His vision focuses on restoring American exceptionalism and addressing the national identity crisis.
- Ramaswamy's parents immigrated to the US with little money and built successful businesses.
- He founded Roivant Sciences, a biotech company that now has multiple approved drugs.
- He believes companies should focus on products and services, not social missions.
- He argues that a national identity crisis fuels "wokeism" and other distractions.
- He criticizes stakeholder capitalism and ESG investing.
- He believes American exceptionalism lies in demonstrating, not imposing, American ideals.
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