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The Problems with the Elitism of Davos Man
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The concept of Davos man, an elite gathering of globalists, is being criticized for being exclusive and failing to address the needs of the people. The idea of people spending $250,000 to feel important at the gathering is also being condemned.
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Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban explains that there is a difference between the term “elite gathering” and a “gathering of elites” and that it’s important to understand this nuance.
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Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban explains that there is a difference between the term “elite gathering” and a “gathering of elites” and that it’s important to understand this nuance. He also highlights the world’s current desire for transparency and ownership, rather than being viewed as a part of an exclusive group of people.
ChapterThe Problems with the Elitism of Davos Man
EpisodeE112: Is Davos a grift? Plus: globalist mishaps, debt ceilings, TikTok's endgame & more
PodcastAll-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
A term coined by Harvard Professor Sam Huntington, "Davos man" refers to a globalist with little national loyalty and who views national boundaries as vanishing obstacles.
37:19 - 39:27 (02:07)
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A term coined by Harvard Professor Sam Huntington, "Davos man" refers to a globalist with little national loyalty and who views national boundaries as vanishing obstacles. While some attendees of the World Economic Forum in Davos pay up to $250,000 to feel important, those who are invited likely don't spend any money.