Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

That's the big difference here. Is the Wisconsin legislature qualified to say that the semiconductor industry is going to be stable for the next decade? The outcome of this plan is dependent on the continued growth of this targeted industry-- continued growth that the Wisconsin legislature has no way to predict and no place predicting.

As a model of government, this type of activity is unsustainable. They might not be wrong to bet on Foxconn, but they'll make bets in the future that won't pay off. Let the invisible hand work.



Consider applying for YC's Winter 2026 batch! Applications are open till Nov 10

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: