JD Vance saw AppHarvest as a solution to Appalachia's economic struggles, promising jobs and hope, connected to his political identity and aspirations.
Vance believed AppHarvest represented a convergence of economic opportunity and new technology, a sentiment he expressed in a 2018 podcast detailing his investment philosophy.
Despite optimism surrounding AppHarvest and its potential to revitalize coal country, the company's eventual bankruptcy starkly contrasts with Vance's earlier enthusiasm.
Vance's investments through his firm Narya Capital reflect a shift in his beliefs, paralleling his political ambitions and highlighting the intersection of venture capital and ideology.
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