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The asymmetry of outcomes here is sickening.

If things work out for Tesla and they don't have a Covid-19 outbreak among their employees, a small number of people stand to benefit greatly (Elon Musk especially).

If things go south for Tesla, not only do Tesla employees have to deal with the fallout, but also their families and their communities.

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It sounds like he's being a shrewd businessman who has discovered cheap convexity. Don't hate the player, hate the game.

We may have it in our power to change the game around - vilify Musk and show him that this convexity is just a mirage.

Not sure if that will work.

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