This had nothing to do with conservative talking points. It has to do with current capitalism always looking for money but letting the real societal issues ongoing because fixing them doesn't pay enough dividends.
Simplified, with current capitalism, doing the right thing doesn't pay off. We have more than enough know-how and technology to fix real issues but we'd rather put rich people in overweight electric cars.
Yes, full self driving could help save lifes. Space exploration helps us better understand our world. But often times, current capitalism encourages the use of technology and know-how for things that benefit a minority at the expense of the most vulnerable.
