San Francisco Democrats and Investors Criticize Benioff Over Troop Comments and Police Funding
TL;DR
San Francisco Democrats are criticizing Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff after his comments suggesting federal troops could be deployed in the city, which sparked controversy and led to some political fallout, including the resignation of a prominent Democratic donor from Salesforce's philanthropic foundation.
- San Francisco Democrats turn on Benioff after Trump troop threat Politico
- Venture Capitalist Ron Conway Resigns From Board Over Benioff National Guard Comments The New York Times
- Marc Benioff's call for troops in SF leads tech investor Ron Conway to leave Salesforce Foundation board CNBC
- Ron Conway skewers Marc Benioff in board resignation after 25 years: ‘I now barely recognize the person I have so long admired’ Fortune
- How much does Salesforce pay to S.F. police? Less than you’d think. Mission Local
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