Isn't Bill Gates the model for this, spend money on something like fighting malaria that will save lives around the world rather than vanity projects
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Socialism is inseparably interwoven with totalitarianism and the abject worship of the state.
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The arrogance is extraordinary. That this bipedal species to claim ownership to something that was there millions of years before himself.Originally posted by mudskipper View Post"Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark TwainComment
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Isn't that just a vanity project on a much grander scale?Originally posted by MicrosoftBob View PostWhile you're waiting, read the free novel we sent you. It's a Spanish story about a guy named 'Manual.'Comment
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Vanity is a sin, so someone must care.Originally posted by Mich the Tester View PostThe material prosperity of a nation is not an abiding possession; the deeds of its people are.
George Frederic Watts
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Indeed. But we can't all fight malaria, so some of us need to get a park bench named after us.Originally posted by Mich the Tester View PostWhile you're waiting, read the free novel we sent you. It's a Spanish story about a guy named 'Manual.'Comment
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No I actually think its based on compassion not need for glory.Originally posted by doodab View Post
Bill Gates could have just sat in a Mansion and still be more famous & admired than most of us.
The use of the Name probably opened doors.Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.Comment
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FTFYOriginally posted by scooterscot View PostNever has a man been heard to say on his death bed that he wishes he'd spent more time in the office.Comment
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