Melinda French Gates says she ignores attacks from tech bros who criticize women in philanthropy: 'I'm in the arena doing the work'

Apr 25 2025 by Business Insider

 
"I know who I am and I know what I am doing and I know what my values are and why I am giving back," Melinda French Gates said.

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Melinda French Gates said she ignores the criticism she gets from tech bros on her philanthropy."If that's how they want to act? Fine, but it doesn't bother me," French Gates said.Elon Musk has criticized French Gates and MacKenzie Scott, Jeff Bezos' ex-wife, for their work in charity.

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