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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
There are no moral arguments against high-skilled immigration; opposing it often stems from racism or xenophobia.
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Marc Andreessen: Trump, Power, Tech, AI, Immigration & Future of America | Lex Fridman Podcast #458
@ Lex Fridman
01/26/25
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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
The argument for high-skilled immigration is straightforward: it allows the U.S. to attract smart individuals from around the world, enhancing productivity and innovation across industries.
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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
The exclusion of native-born individuals from high-skilled jobs and educational opportunities is a consequence of high-skilled immigration policies.
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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
The conversation around high-skilled immigration cannot be separated from discussions about diversity, equity, and inclusion, as they are intertwined in today's socio-political landscape.
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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
The H-1B visa debate reflects broader concerns about immigration and its impact on the economy and workforce, and I have a nuanced view on high-skilled immigration, shaped by my experiences in Silicon Valley and my advocacy for more H-1B visas, which I believe have significantly benefited the U.S.
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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
High-skilled immigrants not only benefit themselves and the tech industry but also create new companies and technologies that generate jobs for native-born Americans.
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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
Cultural issues in America contribute to a lack of high achievement among native-born individuals, which complicates the immigration debate.
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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
Our education system is capable of attracting international talent, yet it struggles to adequately educate native-born Americans for high-skilled jobs.
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Luther Lowe
06/14/24
@ Y Combinator
Access to talent is a major issue; we need to ensure that high-skilled individuals can enter the U.S. to build companies, as the current process is not straightforward.
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Marc Andreessen
01/26/25
@ Lex Fridman
The U.S. is the primary destination for the best and brightest, and we should consider attaching green cards to technical degrees to retain talent.