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Despite his affinity for engineering and product development, Musk asserts that politics is not his preferred arena. He states, “I like building products that people love,” and clarifies that politics is something he despises but feels compelled to engage with due to the high stakes involved, especially in AI and societal stability.
He shares a vintage clip where he emphasizes his dislike for political involvement, yet recent actions suggest he's increasingly compelled to voice opinions on societal issues. He stresses his focus on developing AI, emphasizing that his ultimate goal is to protect humanity—aligning with his long-standing concern about hostile artificial intelligence, influenced by Isaac Asimov and other sci-fi narratives.