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Originally Posted by Guest
Maybe the best post I've read on this site ever. It's easy to forget all the benefits we've had in the past and easy to become selfish once we've gotten to where we want to be. Too bad so many republicans want to pull the ladder up after they've gotten up. I always wonder how they can call themselves a Christian (and most really do believe they are acting Christ like) when they act in such hateful and selfish ways.
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I understand that "I got mine now you get yours mentality" if you are in the lower 90%. I don't agree but I understand.
But why protect the 1% so heartedly? Why does Buffet and Gates give it all away while others in their bracket do all that they can to keep it? Where are their values? Why are they defended?
I read that Putin might be worth 3 times what Gates is worth. Is he also defended by the bottom 90% in his country? Is that just what all people do?
What did Gates and Buffet do that was so positive for mankind? I think they realized they were in the right place and the right time and want to feel good before they die about how they tried to make the world a better place with the wealth they earned or lucked into. Gates also said that if his kids have too much money it is more likely to ruin their life then improve it. I think that's true. After all, why are they are entitled to all that money?
Just some questions that doesn't really matter. I've heard all the hidden agenda Gates talk before so consider it said. I think he's a good man.