Author: Harper Reed
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The Skepticism of Toyota’s CEO on Electric Vehicles
Akio Toyoda, the CEO of Toyota and grandson of Kiichiro Toyoda, who started the auto division of the family business, has been skeptical about electric vehicles (EVs) for some time. He has questioned their environmental friendliness and highlighted the cost of decarbonization for the auto industry and consumers. In December 2020, Toyoda warned that a…
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FTC Intensifies Opposition to Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is intensifying its opposition to Microsoft’s acquisition of video-game company Activision Blizzard by filing a motion to block the merger in a federal district court. The plan for Microsoft to purchase the maker of popular video games such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Candy Crush was announced…
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Akio Toyoda’s Skepticism Towards Electric Vehicles and Its Impact on Toyota
Akio Toyoda, the CEO of Toyota and grandson of Kiichiro Toyoda, who started the auto division of the family business, has been vocal about his skepticism towards electric vehicles (EVs) and the rush to decarbonization. He has questioned the environmental benefits of EVs and highlighted the potential negative impact on the auto industry and jobs.…
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Americans Don’t Want Biden or Trump in 2024, But Primary Voters Disagree
Despite their political differences, Americans seem to agree on one thing: they don’t want Joe Biden or Donald Trump to be on the ballot in the 2024 presidential election. According to recent polls, up to 70 percent of Americans want Biden to decline to run for reelection, while over 60 percent hope Trump will retire.…
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Former President Trump’s Indictment and Its Impact on the 2024 GOP Nomination
Last week, former President Donald Trump was indicted on 37 federal criminal counts, which some believe increases his chances of securing the 2024 GOP nomination. The Department of Justice’s focus on Trump’s accusers rather than his own actions has played into Trump’s hands, further proving his First Law: for every criminal charge, there is an…