Bill Gates

Rank 6 of 47
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Score 149
7/13/2022, 3:03:59 PM
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Bill Gates
@BillGates
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1310d
As I look to the future, I plan to give virtually all of my wealth to the foundation. I will move down and eventually off of the list of the world’s richest people.
Bill Gates
@BillGates
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1310d
Although the foundation bears our names, basically half our resources have come from Warren Buffett. His incredible generosity is a huge reason why the foundation has been able to be so ambitious. I can never adequately express how much I appreciate his friendship and guidance.
Bill Gates
@BillGates
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1310d
I am very proud of the foundation’s role in helping solve big problems like preventing pandemics, reducing childhood deaths, eradicating diseases, improving food security and climate adaptation, achieving gender equality, and improving educational outcomes.https://www.gatesfoundation.org/…
Bill Gates
@BillGates
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1310d
With the support and guidance of our board, we plan to increase our spending from nearly $6 billion per year today to $9 billion per year by 2026. To help make this spending increase possible, I am transferring $20 billion to the foundation’s endowment this month.
Bill Gates
@BillGates
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1310d
Melinda and I started the @gatesfoundation in 2000 because we believed that every person should have the chance to live a healthy and productive life. That vision remains the same, but the great crises of our time require all of us to do more. https://www.gatesnotes.com/Commi…
Bill Gates
@BillGates
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1310d
But I’m still optimistic. These setbacks are happening in the context of two decades’ worth of historic progress and I believe it is possible to mitigate the damage and get back to the progress the world was making.

The statement expresses a commitment to philanthropy and a call to action for others with wealth and privilege to contribute to societal improvement. It is positive and aspirational, encouraging generosity and social responsibility.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement promotes the idea of doing good and reducing suffering, aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    It respects the dignity of others by acknowledging the potential for wealthy individuals to impact society positively. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The call for compassion and improving lives demonstrates empathy and a desire to foster it in others. [+1]
  4. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    While not a direct dialogue, the statement encourages a constructive approach to societal issues. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The speaker uses their influence to encourage positive societal change. [+1]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement reflects a responsible use of one's platform to promote philanthropy and societal betterment. [+1]