I ask ChatGPT If I Should Buy A Tesla If I Don't Agree With Elon

And here is my conversation with ChatGPT:

I dont agree with Elon Musk on DEI, Unions, and Race. Should I buy a Tesla? What are reason I should or should not based on that?

Reasons You Might Avoid Buying a Tesla:

1. Support for the CEO's Views: By purchasing a Tesla, you are indirectly supporting Elon Musk and his leadership. If his views on DEI, unions, and race are strongly opposed to your values, this could be a significant factor in your decision.

2. Company Culture: Some concerns have been raised about Tesla's workplace culture, including allegations of racial discrimination and a lack of union representation. If these issues are important to you, they might influence your decision.

3. Alternative EV Options: There are other electric vehicles (EVs) available from companies with different leadership philosophies or stronger commitments to DEI and union support. Considering these alternatives could align your purchase with your values.

Reasons You Might Still Consider Buying a Tesla:

1. Product Quality and Innovation: Tesla is known for leading in electric vehicle technology, with high-performing cars that have strong ranges, fast charging capabilities, and advanced software. If the quality of the product is a priority, this might outweigh your concerns about leadership.

2. Environmental Impact: Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy could align with your environmental values. If reducing your carbon footprint is a key concern, Tesla's focus on electric vehicles and renewable energy might be appealing.

3. Resale Value and Brand Reputation: Teslas tend to have strong resale values and a loyal customer base. This could be a practical consideration if you’re looking at the long-term financial aspects of your purchase.

4. Personal Separation of Product and Leadership: Some people choose to separate the product from its leadership, focusing solely on the utility, quality, and features of the car rather than the CEO’s views. If you can do this, you might still consider buying a Tesla.

Conclusion:

The decision ultimately comes down to how strongly you feel about aligning your purchases with your values versus the practical benefits of the product. If your disagreement with Musk on DEI, unions, and race is a core issue for you, you might want to consider alternative EVs that better align with your principles. If the quality of the product and its benefits outweigh these concerns for you, then purchasing a Tesla might still be a valid option.

Random Thoughts On The Rule Of 3rds In Photography And Art

Had this thing with someone who was older, white, and an adoptive parent, which isn't altogether bad--but I want to tell you, just in case you needed that extra push, that it's okay to push back on some of these ideas because they are Westernized. It doesn't mean that they are bad, but it doesn't mean, just like other things, they are the only thing (and let's not forget about simple center position).

Some text below with a little help from my AI buddy (and edited of course by me).

• Japanese Art & Aesthetics: In traditional Japanese art, concepts like ma (space between objects) and wabi-sabi (appreciation of imperfection and transience) are central. Japanese compositions often emphasize asymmetry and negative space, which can differ significantly from the balance-oriented rule of thirds in Western art.

• Islamic Art: Islamic art places a strong emphasis on intricate geometric patterns, symmetry, and calligraphy, reflecting a different set of style. 

• Indian Art: In traditional forms like the Mughal and Rajput painting, there's often a strong emphasis on narrative and storytelling. The compositions can prioritize hierarchical scaling, where more important figures are depicted larger.

• Chinese Art: Traditional Chinese landscape painting has often utilized vertical composition with depth and atmospheric POV. Elements can be guided by principles of feng shui or Taoist philosophies, different from the rule of thirds.

Alex Karp + Passing + Thoughts On Race

I was reading this article in the NY Times, and while not blended racially in the same way, culturally I am, so I understand there is ambiguity in ones definition of who they are, but I do wonder, if you can pass as White vs Black or Asian or LatinX--does race matter as much to you?

Here's the snippet of the article I think is worth mentioning as I ask this question and taking into consideration Karp is a very powerful billionaire I wonder what effect is has on the world.

From the NY Times article at https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/17/style/alex-karp-palantir.html:

Given Mr. Karp’s blended racial identity, I wondered how he felt about Mr. Trump’s attack on the vice president’s heritage.

“I think people are most fascinated by the fact of this whole Black-Jewish thing,” he said. “I tend to be less fascinated by that.”

He added: “I think that people always expect me somehow to see the world in one way or another, and I don’t really understand what that means. I see the world the way I see it. I think, at the end of the day, if people want to choose what their identity is, then they choose it, and that’s their definition.”

I note that he recently made an elite list of Black billionaires.

He shrugged. “Some Black people think I’m Black, some don’t,” he said. “I view me as me. And I’m very honored to be honored by all groups that will have me.”

He added: “I do not believe racism is the most important issue in this country. I think class is determinate, and I’m mystified by how often we talk about race. I’m not saying it doesn’t exist. I’m not saying people don’t have biases. Of course, we all do, but the primary thing that’s bad for you in this culture is to be born poor of any color.”

Just some random thoughts I was having.

Weekend In Taipei - Official Trailer (2024) Luke Evans, Sung Kang, Gwei Lun-mei

I'm just going to have to wait to see this one to pass judgement.

Crossing fingers.

 

Awkwafina + John Cena = Jackpot!

I have not seen this, so I can't say for sure if it's really gold, but....you it's there for you to watch it and decide for yourself.

Do you think they kiss?

Will the jokes be good?

Again - you will have to watch.

 

Community Time: Noah Lyles Wins Gold!

Love it. Be brash. Be bold. Do your thing young man.

 

NOAH LYLES’ OLYMPIC DREAM COMES TRUE!

100M GOLD MEDALIST. #ParisOlympics pic.twitter.com/qR6bkXLHhE

— NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) August 4, 2024

WIRED + Wicked + Jon M. Chu + Technology, Hollywood, AI, And That Moment At USC

There is a great article up at WIRED interviewing Jon M. Chu (along with some great photos) talking about his family, growing up in a Chinese restaurant, the realization of being in a bubble concerning being an Asian American man, how technology helped shape him, and his new memoir.

Here's a quick excerpt:

You were inspired by Steve Jobs.

I put the WIRED cover, the one with the crown of thorns around the Apple logo, on my wall in college when Steve Jobs came back, and I said, “Everybody, just watch.”

Jobs had a reputation for being monomaniacal, impatient, and petulant. How do you feel about that leadership style?

Yeah. I’m sure we have very different styles, but that doesn’t take away from what he created. I’ve seen from every introduction—from the iMac to the iPod to the iPhone—how the public didn’t believe in that vision at the time. And then watching him push through. It wasn’t about the showiness of the product or about himself. It was always about the solution. There was a purity to that that I admire. I don’t believe human beings are geniuses. We get into situations when things align, and genius comes out of us.

Read the article in full here: https://www.wired.com/story/jon-chu-director-wicked-crazy-rich-asians-silicon-valley/