The most profound outcome for Michael Moritz after writing his family's story of exile was not historical discovery, but a deep understanding of how his parents' experiences and his upbringing shaped his own identity.
After writing a book on his family's escape from Nazi Germany, Michael Moritz's most practical takeaway was the need for multiple citizenships as an ultimate insurance policy against geopolitical instability, prompting him to acquire a German passport.
Michael Moritz argues that anti-semitism is a 2,000-year-old condition that is 'always in the atmosphere of humanity.' It flares up in societies where people feel left behind or are less educated, but it never truly disappears.
Venture capitalist Michael Moritz, who wrote the first study of Apple, believes the most misunderstood aspect of Steve Jobs was his stoicism and the heroic, private manner in which he dealt with his illness in his final years.
Michael Moritz argues that Britain's fundamental problem is a psychological one: it has never recovered from losing its global primacy. This 'residue of the arrogance of empire' has led to a long-term decline and cycles of ineffective governance.
Michael Moritz explains his preference for 'tough' art, like Otto Dix, because its complexity and historical depth provide endless layers for exploration over years, unlike simpler, more decorative works.
Moritz argues his ability to evaluate founders stems from the watchfulness and careful listening he honed as a journalist, rather than any framework derived from analyzing visual arts. He believes all three skills are connected in taking the measure of a person.