30 August 2006

I found an article on Google about a man who's birthday was today - Warren Buffet.

Warren is estimated to be the 2nd wealthiest man in the world; he's worth $42 billion.

The mini biography stated that in June of this year, Warren committed to give away 85% of his wealth. "[This] is the largest act of charitable giving in United States history," stated The Free Dictionary article.

It also adds that " Despite his immense wealth, Buffett is famous for his unpretentious and frugal lifestyle. He continues to live in the same house in Omaha he bought in 1958 for $31,500." And he only makes about $100,000 annually as a senior executive of Berkshire Hathaway, his company.

I think this is a pretty remarkable man. Rare in today's world - I wonder if my generation could ever churn out someone with so much foresight and such a sense of responsibility to future generations.

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