I am glad to read all the new info on this issue. When I thought of the Moffitt Center as a for profit treatment center, I felt that asking the residents to chip in was a bit much, especially when you divide $6.4 million by 80,000. Coming from a condo assn. I was afraid it might be an assessment.
Now I learned that there is a foundation being established and events are being planned to raise the money. This is a legitimate, in fact an intelligent way to raise the money.
I may be in the minority that feels that if the Morse family earned their money by legitimate means, I feel no envy. America was founded as a capatalistic economy. I am so pleased that they created rhis type of lifestyle for us, and they keep it affordable for most, that I don't begrudge them a dime. I imagine since the toll that cancer has taken on their family this project is very close to their hearts.
In Cincinnati I worked with The Tri Health foundation to improve patient care in many areas. I will gladly do what I can here as well. Cincinnati also has a family that was in to every thing and made money hand over fist. This family also does many altruistic projects. I don't know of anyone who holds it against them that they are all on the richest people in Cincy list every year.
I thank God often for people who share their wealth for the common good.
OK, off my soap box.
