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US vs. China: The Fight for Economic Independence with Jim Nelles
US vs. China: The Fight for Economic Independence with Jim Nelles
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51 minutes
Released:
Apr 19, 2023
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Podcast episode
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In this episode of The Vivek Show, host Vivek Ramaswamy is joined by supply chain expert Jim Nelles. They discuss the impact of fear and uncertainty on policy decisions, such as COVID-19 school closures, the war in Ukraine, and the Silicon Valley bank bailout. The conversation delves into the complexities of the American supply chain, including regulatory failures, antiquated laws, and the consequences of a truck driver shortage. They explore the concept of declaring economic independence from China, focusing on the potential benefits and alternatives. Throughout the episode, Vivek and Jim emphasize the importance of setting ambitious goals, having a clear vision, and inspiring the American people to achieve greatness. Donate here: https://t.co/PE1rfuVBmbFor more content follow me here:Twitter - @VivekGRamaswamyInstagram - @vivekgramaswamyFacebook - http://facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamyTruth Social - @VivekRamaswamyRumble - @VivekRamaswamy Jim Nelles is a Chicago-based supply chain consultant with extensive experience in various leadership roles, including Chief Procurement Officer, Chief Supply Chain Officer, and Chief Operations Officer. A former Naval Officer, Jim attended college on an NROTC scholarship before earning his BA in Economics and French from Northwestern University. He also holds a Masters in Management from the prestigious JL Kellogg Graduate School of Business. Join us as Jim shares his invaluable insights on the complexities of supply chain management in today's world. Time-Codes:00:00:00 - Fear and uncertainty driving policy decisions00:03:21 - Consequences of declaring independence from China00:04:59 - Introduction of guest, Jim Nelles00:12:32 - Inefficiency of government regulations in supply chains00:13:14 - Ineffectiveness of the current secretary of transportation00:14:22 - Exploring supply chain chokepoints00:15:42 - The truck driver shortage and its impact00:17:19 - Human capital shortage and its causes00:18:27 - Importance of declaring independence from China00:20:47 - The need to defeat China economically00:21:48 - Factory construction increase in the US00:22:43 - American companies investing in US plants00:23:42 - Potential benefits of decoupling from China00:24:34 - Incentives and tax credits for US investments00:25:50 - Decoupling doesn't mean isolationism00:37:06 - Setting ambitious targets and using an offense strategy00:38:00 - Need for a clear vision to lead the country00:39:10 - Proposing independence from China00:40:48 - Aiming for significant GDP growth00:41:37 - Fear during the COVID-19 pandemic00:42:53 - Inspiring the younger generation00:43:55 - Disappointment in the silence of due process advocates00:45:34 - Encouraging open conversation despite fear of judgment
Released:
Apr 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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