To the editor: There have been a number of arguments as to whether this transaction is akin to socialism ( “Trump trumpets deal giving U.S. a 10% stake in downtrodden Intel,” Aug. 22). One can take either side and have a reasonable argument.

I’m more concerned with the record Donald Trump has had in running businesses. Now that he is President Trump, I don’t believe his success rate will improve just because of his title. Should Intel fail, I can only imagine that taxpayers will have, in essence, paid the price since our funds were used for the investment. Normally, willing investors, not taxpayers, lose on failed businesses. This, however, is a new idea, a compulsory investment scheme for everyone.

Arthur Kraus, Venice

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