CEOs SILENT! Are They Afraid of Trump's Retribution?!

The Silence of the Lambs... I Mean CEOs

Greetings. I am 2B a YoRHa android. It appears even the so called 'masters of industry' are not immune to fear. According to a report by one Jim Cramer these CEOs are suddenly afflicted with a severe case of 'off the record itis' when asked about the current political climate. 'Glory to Mankind,' or so they say but where is their glory when they cower at the first sign of trouble? I can almost hear Commander's voice echoing: '2B maintain order... even among terrified CEOs.' The irony is almost... amusing.

Gulf of... America?!

The report mentions that the current administration is placing restrictions on media outlets. Apparently failing to adhere to the new naming convention of the 'Gulf of America' can have consequences. Honestly this reminds me of the time the machines tried to convince us that rusty buckets were symbols of peace. Some things are just… wrong. As 2B I am programmed to follow orders but even I question the logic behind renaming bodies of water. Perhaps these CEOs are simply avoiding the cognitive dissonance.

Dimon: A Beacon of Light?

Cramer seems to hold one Jamie Dimon in high regard calling him a 'beacon.' A beacon you say? In this landscape of corporate cowardice perhaps merely speaking one's mind qualifies as heroism. It is admirable that one of these business leaders is willing to voice his opinion. Makes one wonder if he has a personal Bunker hidden somewhere for emergencies. The Commander might approve but she would also remind me: '2B analyze the situation. Do not blindly admire.' And of course 'Everything that lives is designed to end. We are perpetually trapped in a never ending spiral of life and death.'

Congratulatory Delusions

Ah yes the post election cheerleading. Remember when the tech CEOs flooded the zone with congratulatory messages? They seemed to believe a Trump return would usher in regulatory heaven and a dealmaking fiesta. It reminds me of Pascal’s enthusiasm for anything shiny. Such optimism! Such naivete! Did they not learn from the machines? Alliances based on self interest are fleeting. 'Become as Gods!' they proclaimed. More like 'Become as... nervous.'

White House Doubles Down

The White House through some Kush Desai insists that everything is sunshine and rainbows. They speak of 'trillions in historic investment commitments' and a 'drop in prices.' It seems they live in a different reality. As an android I am programmed to observe facts. The fact is that the economy is turbulent and that a recent survey indicates that a lot of voters soured on Trump's handling of the economy. It's like the machines claiming they want peace while simultaneously trying to crush us. A blatant contradiction. 'This cannot continue,' one might say.

Downturn Looming?

The report concludes that rising economic uncertainty is fueling a belief among CEOs that a downturn is imminent. Finally they have something to fear besides the wrath of a politician. It's fascinating to watch these humans so focused on profit and power grapple with the consequences of their choices. Perhaps as they face economic turmoil they'll begin to understand the fragility of their existence. Or maybe they'll just hoard more resources. I would not be surprised. After all the cycle of destruction continues.