article_snippet: According to Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Elder, Pao looked down and forced a smile as the judge revealed Pao had lost.
article_snippet: However, Pao's attorneys argued Pao played a pivotal role in the investment in RPX and Twitter.
article_snippet: Following the verdict on Friday, Pao released a statement via Twitter.
article_snippet: In nine tweets, Pao wrote: 'Thank you, world. '
article_snippet: I have been inspired by the thousands of people who have reached out to Pao over the past three years with support. '