Why I'm embarrassed to be German [video]
A YouTube video criticizes Germany's infrastructure and tech development, highlighting issues in public transport, internet, and government decisions. It unfavorably compares Germany to other countries, expressing concerns about economic and technological lag.
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The YouTube video criticizes Germany's infrastructure and technological development, pointing out problems with public transportation, internet connectivity, and government choices. It unfavorably compares Germany to other nations, expressing worries about lagging behind economically and technologically. The video employs humor and sarcasm to mock the insufficient infrastructure investment and slow technology adoption. It also questions the practicality and cost-efficiency of specific energy solutions like electric highways for trucks and shifting from nuclear power to a hydrogen-based economy.
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3 commentsThe biggest issue, and I see this as a consultant to top engineering and C level leadership is that no one wants to make decisions. You can't be accountable for the decision you didn't make, or so their theory goes.
We have big projects, led by committee that become their own organism and then everyone just goes with the flow.
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