Mixed🗳️PoliticsJanuary 12, 2024

Y Combinator

CEO Garry Tan heavily involved in SF politics. Moved YC headquarters back to SF, said founders "have to be in San Francisco." Donated $400K+ to moderate political causes.

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Y Combinator — Politics: MIXED

CEO Garry Tan heavily involved in SF politics. Moved YC headquarters back to SF, said founders "have to be in San Francisco." Donated $400K+ to moderate political causes.

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