The next four years will indeed be a spectacle of promises, ambitions, and outcomes, especially with figures like Trump and Elon at the center. Both have a knack for commanding attention and making grandiose claims—often appealing to a base of supporters who see them as disruptors of the status quo. Yet, their track records often reflect a pattern of over-promising and under-delivering, or delivering in ways that benefit themselves disproportionately compared to their supporters.
For Trump, his political rhetoric and proposed policies will likely face renewed scrutiny. Whether it’s tackling inflation, addressing the national debt, or fulfilling his latest tokenized ventures like the WLFI, there will be plenty of opportunities to gauge how much substance backs his claims.
Similarly, Elon’s ventures—whether it's Neuralink, the hyperloop, colonizing Mars, or his bold claims about Tesla’s future—will be under the microscope. The cyclical nature of his announcements, paired with the delays or failures to fully materialize them, could start wearing thin even on his most loyal investors and fans.
What makes this era particularly interesting is the broader environment: mounting public skepticism, the increasing transparency brought by decentralized systems, and the pressure on these figures to perform in a world where narratives no longer suffice without results. Observing how these dynamics play out, especially as their supporters weigh loyalty against lived realities, might reveal whether the cult of personality can sustain itself in a time of growing demand for accountability.
This is ridiculous Elon may not get 100% of his promises delivered in time but what he delivers is lightyears beyond any competition..... like complaining that... you said Mars base by 2025! Not just a Mars landing! 🤦🏻♂️
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