Dodge & Cox PE Exits

Does anyone know any stories of RAs at D&C exiting to MF/UMM/MM PE? I know that a lot of RAs stay for a while or go to business school, but what industries and tiers of exits can you get straight from D&C?

Also, any insight into first-year all-in comp would be appreciated.

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