Trump's Tech Tax Plan Fails to Impress Silicon Valley

Trump's Tech Tax Plan Fails to Impress Silicon Valley

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The video discusses the impact of Donald Trump's tax plan on Silicon Valley, particularly the potential benefits of repatriating overseas funds at a low tax rate. Despite these benefits, many Silicon Valley companies, including Apple, show more political support for Hillary Clinton due to disagreements with Trump's rhetoric and policies. The video highlights the lack of financial support from Silicon Valley for Trump's campaign, with the exception of Peter Thiel, who has not financially contributed. Trump's fundraising efforts focus on traditional Republican donors rather than reaching out to Silicon Valley.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main benefits of Donald Trump's tax plan for Silicon Valley?

Increased government subsidies

Lower corporate tax rates

Higher tariffs on foreign goods

Repatriation of overseas money at a low tax rate

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are many Silicon Valley leaders not supporting Donald Trump?

They are focused on local elections

They disagree with his tax plan

They are turned off by his rhetoric and policies

They prefer to support third-party candidates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which tech leader is mentioned as an exception in supporting Trump?

Tim Cook

Mark Zuckerberg

Elon Musk

Peter Thiel

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the financial response from Silicon Valley towards Trump's campaign?

Equal support for all candidates

Complete financial support

Minimal financial contributions

Significant donations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is Donald Trump focusing his fundraising efforts instead of Silicon Valley?

The South

The West Coast

The East Coast

The Midwest