Ro Khanna
The Catalyst
Ideas with a spark, energy, range and the ability to start things.
Ro Khanna is a Congressman from Silicon Valley who emphasizes the importance of adapting to technological changes in the economy. This interview reveals his energetic approach to leadership, advocating for innovative solutions and engaging with communities to drive progress.
“Know, I am Right. And so, what is the value of Kera's podcast? If people like the podcast, then it must be true, right? And you think, well, is that really the value of truth? I mean, so the New York Times should have a rating for its reporters and the most popular reporters would be the ones that get the most credibility.”
“Right. I mean, and I have been critical of tech when it comes to doing more for internet privacy and our rights, but also when it comes to doing more for jobs in places left behind. The knowledge digital economy's problem is it's too exclusive.”
“Not actually having a sense of experience. The second thing is people are so afraid of being portrayed as out of touch, as not part of the future. And I think Silicon Valley has given that Patina of being part of the future. It's why Bill Clinton came out there, Obama came out there.”
“Grant into places that don't have them. And then, if I were a tech company, I would think about what can I do symbolically to get more people invested in the digital economy success. Two quick points. When Hillary was running, I told John Podesta, I was just a candidate.”
The Axe Files with David Axelrod — Ep. 143 - Rep. Ro Khanna
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