Kevin O'Leary Criticizes Kamala Harris' Economic Plan, Draws Backlash

Mason Riverwind

Updated Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

A recent CNN Politics segment has sparked significant controversy, featuring Kevin O'Leary, the well-known "Shark Tank" investor, as he sharply criticized Vice President Kamala Harris' proposed economic policy. The broadcast, labeled "NEWSROOM," highlighted two main video feeds: one of a woman with blonde hair speaking and another of O'Leary smiling during a Skype call from Muskoka, Ontario. The segment featured headlines including "TRUMP, HARRIS PITCH VOTERS ON THEIR PLANS FOR THE ECONOMY" and "AMERICA'S CHOICE 2024."

O'Leary, often referred to as "Mr. Wonderful," has a notorious reputation, further accentuated by his recent comments. Many viewers and social media users reacted strongly to his remarks. One user commented, "F*** that guy," while another said, "Yeah, it's bad for him, so it must be good for the country as a whole."

The backlash wasn't limited to his economic views. The image from the CNN segment reignited old grievances against O'Leary, particularly his role in the decline of the educational software industry in the 80s and 90s. Numerous comments pointed out how popular educational games like "Math Blaster" and "Oregon Trail" were affected by his business maneuvers. One user lamented, "Without my Leapfrog stuff, I don't think I'd have been as far ahead in school as I was. F*** this guy, yet again."

Adding fuel to the fire, a user highlighted a documentary by The Gaming Historian, revealing that the original creators of "Oregon Trail" never received proper compensation. Another pointed out, "Kevin O'Leary is a known p************," reflecting the strong negative sentiment toward him.

The segment also included a scrolling text in the header stating, "START THE DAY HERE DNC kicks off in Chicago. One dead and six missing after luxury yacht sinks off Sicily. Rare super blue moon." Despite these varied headlines, it was O'Leary's comments that dominated the conversation.

As the nation gears up for the 2024 elections, public figures like O'Leary continue to influence opinions, for better or worse. His recent criticism of Harris' economic plan has not only spurred debate but also reminded many of his controversial past in the educational software industry.

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Top Comments from Imgur

BrownestofCoats

If billionaires say they don't like her economic plan, I'm hearing that as an endorsement.

chucklemore

F*** that guy.

discotheque42

Myst was not an educational game. It sits firmly in the point-and-click puzzle adventure category.

ButteryBiscuitBass

Yeah, it's bad for him, so it must be good for the country as a whole.

Hexrowe

Wait, THAT'S what happened to Brøderbund? Fuuuuuuuuuck...

Stoneagedudeman

Honestly, without my leapfrog stuff I don't think I'd have been as far ahead in school as I was. F*** this guy, yet again.

InfocalypseRising

All you need to hate “mister wonderful” is to listen to him talk for three minutes. He’s such a smug p************.

ScottPilgrimVSTheIndians

Man, I played a lot of math blaster when I was a kid. Loved that game.

SouthernYankee72

Kevin O'Leary is a turnip f***ing a potato.

ThisGuyPostingThings

I'm glad people are realizing how horrible Kevin O'Leary is - never trust him, especially when he claims things will be bad for people.

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