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Finally, we believe that government plays an important role in the technology economy by investing in infrastructure, education and scientific research. Donald Trump articulates few policies beyond erratic and contradictory pronouncements. His reckless disregard for our legal and political institutions threatens to upend what attracts companies to start and scale in America. He risks distorting markets, reducing exports, and slowing job creation.

Although Silicon Valley developed a reputation as an island of prosperity in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crash, many of the companies that became household names in the noughties and early 2010s are now in financial trouble. Twitter’s value has plummeted, while Reddit is reportedly considering shuttering areas of its site as revenues continue to underwhelm. Silicon Valley no longer has the reputation for economic miracle-making it once did — although its reputation for ardent progressivism remains.

[dp0622]

Will they leave the country if Trump wins?

[Innovative]

I guess they all want a government bailout. But they won’t get that from Hillary either.

Trump will create a better business climate that will help these companies.

They should stop and think for a minute, then they would realize this and start supporting Trump.

[103198]

Two counter Si Valley posts:

http://www.computerworld.com/article/3095915/it-industry/what-silicon-valley-doesnt-say-in-its-trump-attack.html?token=%23tk.CTWNLE_nlt_computerworld_dailynews_2016-07-15&idg_eid=7ce563d561404b75c6871f4c3b1e3a5c&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Computerworld%20First%20Look%202016-07-15&utm_term=computerworld_dailynews#tk.CW_nlt_computerworld_dailynews_2016-07-15

http://www.wired.com/2016/07/thiel-must-talk-frankly-americas-problems/?mbid=nl_71416_p6

[cherry]

diversity my arse.....I understand that its practically a closed shop with Indians and Pakis taking all the jobs.....no diversity in that...