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Old 06-25-2006, 09:27 AM
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Warren Buffett, in a matter of months, is going to give away 85% of his wealth. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will be the largest recipient.

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How very frugal of him. That way his own foundation isn't set up with all the associated costs. LOL
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Interesting that he's giving most of his money to a foundation controlled by the richest man/couple in the world. I guess this leaves the Salvation Army out of the loop.

Both Buffet and the Gates are now donating their time and energy to philanthropy? Hmm.
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Gates and Buffet has been long-time friends, so I'm not too surprised that Buffet would end up donating the bulk of his money to Gates.

I for one am glad that they are going to put the bulk of their wealth towards the improvement of humanity in general.
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thanks for posting this.. i had not heard about this... good deed indeed.
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You're welcome! I agree it is a good deed.
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Fascinating Buffett interview
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There's someone who has enough to make a large difference on a large scale. It must be an interesting position to be in....

hat's off to him for making a difference...
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Great article!
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