If President Biden were to publicly acknowledge Tesla’s leadership in the electric vehicle (EV) space, it would be a positive step forward for not only Tesla, but for all other automakers as well. It would demonstrate trust and integrity, and show that the President is willing to recognize the hard work and innovation of Tesla.
Recently, a Reddit user shared their opinion on why they don’t think President Biden should acknowledge Tesla’s progress. They argued that if the President did so, it could be used to guilt Tesla into becoming a branch of the government, or worse, lead to anti-Tesla sentiment and measures to counter Tesla’s growth.
While I don’t fully agree with this perspective, I do understand the points they make. It’s important to consider all sides of a story or debate, and this Reddit post is a good example of that.
The Reddit user also argued that Tesla’s stock would have a better rally if all the drama surrounding it went away. While this may be true in the short-term, it’s important to remember that Tesla’s success is based on its innovation and hard work, not on political recognition.
In an article by Jalopnik covering the petition for President Biden to acknowledge Tesla’s EV leadership, the author claimed that Tesla fans are “really deep in their feelings” and that having a “lock on the whole electric vehicle market with over 60% market share isn’t enough.” This is not the basis for the petition, however. The petition clearly states that the White House and Biden Administration have been trying to ignore Tesla’s progress while propping up GM and others as “EV Leaders,” and that this snubbing is on behalf of UAW.
Therefore, it’s not about official recognition but more about not lying to the public. Tesla deserves recognition for its part in accelerating the transition to sustainability, and President Biden should be truthful about this.
A response to the Reddit post by Grape_Fluids pointed out that in the end, the truth always wins. They argued that Biden not acknowledging Tesla says less about Tesla but more about himself and politicians as a whole. It’s sad that true innovation is not applauded in this country, because there is not always a political incentive to do so.
Overall, I think it’s important to listen to all sides of thought or topic as long as they are civil and respectful. Both KarmaKill23 and Grape_Fluids make valid points, and I believe that Tesla should be acknowledged simply because it’s the truth. President Biden should recognize Tesla’s contributions toward EVs and sustainability, and be honest about it.
FAQ
Q1: Are electric car batteries recyclable?
A1: Yes, electric car batteries are recyclable.
Q2: Are electric car chargers free?
A2: It depends on the charger and the location. Some electric car chargers are free, while others may require a fee.
Q3: Can electric car batteries be rebuilt?
A3: Yes, electric car batteries can be rebuilt with the right tools and knowledge.
