Political Parties Embrace Crypto
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Shaan Puri observes a significant shift in the political landscape regarding cryptocurrency, particularly Bitcoin. He notes that both major U.S. political parties have become pro-crypto, a change that he believes is underappreciated and has major implications for the future of cryptocurrency.
Key Points:
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Political Stance on Crypto:
- Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are now pro-crypto
- This marks a dramatic shift from previous anti-crypto stances
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Reasons for the Shift:
- Too many Americans now have wealth tied to crypto
- Being anti-crypto is now seen as political suicide
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Implications:
- Government is unlikely to shut down or ban crypto
- This removes one of the biggest risks to Bitcoin's future
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Examples of the Shift:
- Trump has suggested using Bitcoin to pay off national debt
- Kamala Harris has stopped saying she'll "kill crypto"
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Broader Impact:
- Politicians now want to participate in crypto-related events
- They're seeking to be part of the conversation around crypto
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Shaan's Perspective:
- This change is not being given enough credit
- It's a huge development compared to 5-8 years ago
- Once crypto is embedded in the system, it can't be easily removed
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Conclusion:
- The political acceptance of crypto is a major milestone
- It significantly reduces the risk of government intervention against crypto
35:17 - 36:43
Full video: 53:48SP
Shaan Puri
Host of MFM
Shaan Puri is the Chairman and Co-Founder of The Milk Road. He previously worked at Twitch as a Senior Director of Product, Mobile Gaming, and Emerging Markets. He also attended Duke University.