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Luther Lowe

06/14/24

@ Y Combinator

Building bridges between Silicon Valley and Washington D.C. is essential, as many leaders in D.C. may not fully understand the technology landscape.

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Standing Up For Startups - YC Goes To D.C.

@ Y Combinator

Standing Up For Startups - YC Goes To D.C.

06/14/24

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Ben Horowitz

04/23/25

@ a16z

It's crucial for us to engage with policymakers in Washington, D.C., not only to share our insights on technology but also to listen to their perspectives and concerns.

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Luther Lowe

06/14/24

@ Y Combinator

Younger staff in Washington are surprisingly sophisticated about technology issues, but it's important for startups to engage directly with them to ensure their voices are heard.

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Garry Tan

06/14/24

@ Y Combinator

Washington is often influenced by special interests, which can overshadow the needs and voices of startups and emerging tech companies.

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Eric Migicovsky

06/14/19

@ Y Combinator

The network in Silicon Valley is crucial for startups, providing opportunities for collaboration and support that are hard to find elsewhere.

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Luther Lowe

06/14/24

@ Y Combinator

For the last 15 years, technology policy in Washington D.C. has been dominated by a few large companies, often sidelining the voices of startups.

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Eric Migicovsky

06/14/19

@ Y Combinator

Experiencing a high-density tech environment in Silicon Valley can lead to valuable connections and insights that significantly benefit early-stage companies.

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Sam Altman

02/24/18

@ Y Combinator

Creating another Silicon Valley is challenging due to the need for a dense network effect that fosters entrepreneurship.

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Luther Lowe

06/14/24

@ Y Combinator

Y Combinator is in Washington D.C. advocating for founders to ensure their voices are heard in policy discussions, which have been dominated by large tech companies.

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Eric Migicovsky

06/14/19

@ Y Combinator

Silicon Valley has an unparalleled network of smart tech people who can help you succeed.