Commentary
Elon Musk Has the Worst PR Since Henry Ford
Thu., May 2, 2024
By Bill Huey
What would you do if you have received a call from one of Musk’s few remaining top lieutenants to see if you would be interested in advising him on PR matters?
Commentary
What would you do if you have received a call from one of Musk’s few remaining top lieutenants to see if you would be interested in advising him on PR matters?
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