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He feared it because he was in the oil business. He was the richest person in history, but he monopolized.

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Rockefeller did not fear electricity. In fact, he recognized the potential of electricity and invested in companies that generated and distributed it. His Standard Oil Company used electricity in its operations, including for lighting and power.

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