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“I really don't have a lot of interest in national politics, and it's because I'm a skeptic. I think you can accomplish a lot more locally. I don't want to spin the wheels and not get anything done.”

Quote by Ron Conway

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Ron Conway, born on March 9, 1951, is a renowned angel investor known for his early investments in numerous tech startups, including Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn. His investment philosophy emphasizes long-term support and resource allocation to startups, and his successful track record has made him a legend in the venture capital community. more

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