Elon Musk has already owned multiple companies, including Tesla and SpaceX. But his Twitter takeover offer may not be as well-received as it looks. Musk, a billionaire and serial entrepreneur, has a history of making sweeping promises but failing to keep them. So it’s not surprising that he has a rocky track record when it comes to keeping his promises. He’s also been notoriously unpredictable. First, he is the richest person on the planet. And so what should we expect from him? After all, he bought a website that affects conversations around the globe. Many billionaires buy media, but the motivation is rarely money-related. Instead, it is a publicity vehicle for their companies. The money he spends on media may pressure governments to help them promote their companies, or they may push back against them. The possibilities are endless. Twitter Might Give Elon Musk A Powerful Bully Pulpit As Elon Musk takeover over Twitter, he might have gained the largest bully pulpit in the world. Despite his history of mistreating (discriminating) employees, breaking the law, and running afoul of the SEC, he has been known to back politicians on both sides of the political spectrum. His obsession with profit and his use of Twitter is anathema to a democratic society. With this, he could use his bully pulpit to further his political agenda. Some worry that Musk’s Twitter takeover will make Trump even more controversial, especially since he’s ...