It's rare to find a CEO of a multi-billion dollar corporation espouse concern for the individual. Yes, of course, every corporation states "employees are there greatest asset" as they continuously layoff employees due to their poor management practices. Francois Michelin, in contrast, takes a much different view. As a devout Catholic he believes improving the lives of those around him is more than just improving the bottom line. He believes the free market gives individuals the freedom to improve their well-being and as such human flourishing.
A very interesting view into a the problems a capitalist has to deal with a socialist government. Some of the conversation seem surreal to an American. One of the discussions surrounded a trade tax, which upon reading the description amounted to a made up tax solely for the purpose of taxing a corporation.