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Musk critiques the modern higher education model, considering it often unnecessary and burdensome with student debt. He urges a focus on practical skills and contributing to society rather than accumulating debt. He sees AI and robotics as transformative forces and forecasts a “universal high income” future, where automation replaces many jobs but wealth is redistributed to ensure prosperity for all.
He also addresses how regulations stifle small business, urging a reduction in federal agencies and permitting hurdles to unleash entrepreneurial potential. Musk echoes the need for efficient, lean government—removing unnecessary bureaucratic barriers to foster innovation.