Opposed⚠️Sexual HarassmentJuly 3, 2017

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500 Startups founder Dave McClure resigned in July 2017 after sexual harassment allegations. Wrote blog post "I'm a Creep. I'm Sorry." Multiple women came forward. Partner Elizabeth Yin also resigned. McClure later removed from all fund roles.

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Y Combinator — Sexual Harassment: OPPOSED

500 Startups founder Dave McClure resigned in July 2017 after sexual harassment allegations. Wrote blog post "I'm a Creep. I'm Sorry." Multiple women came forward. Partner Eliza…

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