The article contrasts the divergent paths of Elon Musk and Valentino Achak Deng, both sons of Africa who found success in the U.S. While Musk became a prominent tech entrepreneur known for his innovations, he has criticized societal empathy. In contrast, Deng, a refugee from Sudan who faced incredible hardships, embodies selflessness and empathetic leadership. The author reflects on how Deng's life, marked by trauma and loss, emphasizes the value of humanity over wealth. The hope is to inspire Musk to recognize that true worth lies in compassion and impact on others' lives.
Elon Musk has warned that the fundamental weakness of Western civilization is empathy, and by demolishing the United States Agency for International Development he is now destroying the lives of many impoverished children on the continent where he grew up.
Valentino Achak Deng’s journey from a war-torn Sudan to becoming an empathetic refugee in America highlights the enduring human spirit and the ability to give back to one's home country.
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