THE GRAND GAME OF CROCODILE TANGLING
A new scandal is rocking the world of venture capital and politics, and at its center is a web of deceit, opportunism, and sheer hypocrisy. Andrew Horowitz, co-founder of a16z and friend of Kamala Harris, has just donated to entities supporting her presidential campaign, claiming to have "encouraging conversations" with the candidate herself. But is this just a desperate attempt to salvage the sinking ship of Horowitz’s own political fortunes?
As we delve into the tangled underbrush of this sordid affair, we find Horowitz cozying up to Harris’s team, enjoying face-time with the candidate and basking in the reflected glow of her star power. It’s a Faustian bargain, where Horowitz sacrifices his principles (such as they were) in exchange for a seat at the table and the possibility of shaping policy. And what a delicious irony that Horowitz’s pal Andreessen gets to coast along, untainted by the stench of Trump’s toxic influence!
Meanwhile, Horowitz’s earlier support for Trump – yes, that’s right, MAGA country’s biggest cheerleader – has left a stain on his reputation. The "Maga U-turn" he attempted with his backing of Trump is now seen for the shallow, opportunistic stunt it was. But will Harris’s candidacy redeem his questionable character?
One can only imagine the contortions Horowitz’s political antennae are performing to navigate this treacherous terrain. Has he sacrificed his integrity to gain favor with Harris’s camp, or is this just another desperate attempt to curry favor and influence? Either way, it’s clear that Horowitz’s only friend in this grand game is himself – and even that relationship is subject to change, depending on which direction the political winds blow.
