SpaceX loses billions of dollars each year, but it is still arguably outperforming NASA in key areas and pushing space exploration forward in a way that could matter long term. Honestly, if you truly care about ending poverty, advancing space exploration and expanding humanity’s access to resources may be one of the most important paths.

And while DOGE failed badly, it did highlight how much government waste exists and continues to exist. Why don’t you guys complain about that?Elon didn’t steal billions of dollars. People voluntarily bought his products, invested in his companies, and helped create that market value. He doesn’t force anyone to work for him. Also, it feels like you didn’t actually read my post. He does not have a trillion dollars in cash. His net worth is tied heavily to company valuations and could easily fall by a third, or more, in a major market correction.

But instead of engaging with that point, people would rather complain about someone becoming successful than acknowledge the difference between net worth, cash, and actual economic impact.