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“The reason we invest globally is because we think that's where a lot of the growth is happening: around the world.”

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I want to invest in a functional product that people are using.

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I figured maybe I had some talent as an investor… since it seemed like I was only a half-assed entrepreneur.

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I think you'll see a lot more people in the Valley get more involved in politics.

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