He doesn't seem to have a great way with words. If you are the owner (implying >50% ownership), you can't be fired by the shareholders. If you hold less than 50%, you are not the business owner.
The API change upset mods. The AMA and these subsequent interviews have created genuine animosity that will bring large changes to Reddit.
If the outcome will be good or bad is anyone’s guess. But it’s clear that many moderators are much more upset at Huffman’s behavior than the API changes.
Similarly, if the owner CEO is in a coma, mental institution, etc they can be ousted.
Investors are happy to preach and virtue signal about the 'S' in ESG until hundreds of millions is on the line. Then you won't hear a peep from them.