Musk's Long Term Plans Are Really Far Out - CleanTechnica

The article discusses Elon Musk's complex and often contradictory approach to his long-term plans and public persona. While Musk is known for impulsive decisions and contentious interactions—such as his rejected offer to assist in the Thai cave rescue and his public feud with former President Donald Trump—his long-term vision remains highly calculated, blending his unique worldview with data-driven insights and automation. Recently, Musk has escalated political involvement by launching a new political entity, the America Party, pledging support to select candidates, and criticizing legislation like the Senate’s Build Back Better bill for harming future industries. Musk's public disputes and erratic behavior have impacted the brands he leads, notably Tesla, SpaceX, and others. Institutional investors have expressed serious concerns about Tesla’s stock volatility, declining sales, and reputational issues linked to Musk’s actions outside his CEO role. A group holding 7.9 million Tesla shares called for reforms including clearer CEO time commitments, succession planning, and governance improvements to address these challenges. Overall