"These are not social issues. These are actually business issues," said Leslie Feinzaig, CEO of Graham & Walker who started the pledge. This highlights a critical perspective from venture capitalists who see reproductive rights and climate change as fundamentally linked to economic productivity and workforce participation.
Nearly all of the 225 thought it was a mistake for the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, which recognized abortion rights. Some felt this hurt women at work, indicating that venture capitalists view women's rights as essential to their economic success and the broader workforce.
Investors and executives said they viewed Vice President Harris, a Californian with ties to Silicon Valley, as a tech-savvy candidate open to engaging with industry, suggesting a strong desire for a candidate who understands and prioritizes the needs of the tech sector.
They voiced nostalgia for the Obama White House, which a decade ago recruited from and lauded the technology sector. Politicians in Washington have since taken a more critical tone, reflecting a shift in the political landscape that has affected relationships between technology leaders and politicians.
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