How a Trump administration could impact local startups [Video]

Programs supporting underrepresented founders, such as Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs, may face cuts or increased challenges, impacting diversity in venture capital and startup ecosystems.
Entrepreneurs, however, are likely to stay mission-driven and customer-focused regardless of political changes.
Economic growth and job creation remain bipartisan goals, so there’s potential for coalition-building and support across party lines when inclusivity pitches are framed around shared economic benefits.

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