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Shyam Sankar

04/23/25

@ a16z

Historically, the American industrial base was integrated, with companies like Chrysler and Ford contributing to both commercial and defense sectors, which fostered innovation.

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Mobilizing the American Industrial Base

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Mobilizing the American Industrial Base

04/23/25

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Shyam Sankar

04/23/25

@ a16z

The separation of commercial and defense innovation since the 1970s has led to a decline in the effectiveness of the defense industrial base.

JD Vance

04/23/25

@ a16z

American innovation is crucial for increasing labor value and reclaiming manufacturing dominance, as seen in historical innovations like the assembly line.

JD Vance

04/23/25

@ a16z

The auto industry serves as an example of how tariffs combined with advanced technology can lead to job creation and increased productivity in the U.S.

JD Vance

04/23/25

@ a16z

Building businesses in the U.S. contributes to a great American industrial renaissance, which is essential for future economic prosperity.

Ian Cinnamon

05/01/25

@ a16z

We need to ensure that the US industrial base is competitive globally, so our allies choose to buy from us instead of adversaries.

Shyam Sankar

04/23/25

@ a16z

The consolidation of defense contractors has led to a lack of competition, which is a root cause of inefficiencies in the defense industrial base.

Alexander Karp

03/12/25

@ The 92nd Street Y, New York

The U.S. military has historically been a leader in integrating diverse groups and maintaining meritocracy, making it an institution that deserves support from tech companies.

Shyam Sankar

04/23/25

@ a16z

The American defense manufacturing system is burdened by a five-year plan, similar to a communist approach, which stifles innovation and competition.

Qasar Younis

05/15/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

In the defense sector, we work across various verticals, using the same products for both defense and commercial applications, which helps subsidize expensive technologies.