From viewing his interview with Charlie Rose, it is evident multi-billionaire Bill Gates is a truly caring philanthropist. He does not appear to be ego-driven and has extensive understanding of his foundation and its impact on India. Gates understands the differences between India and a loosely comparable country like China. He notes China is way ahead of India in terms of its economic growth, innovation and support of the government. In addition, Gates understands the health concerns in India and why the Gates Foundation has spent close to $1 billion in the country. Furthermore, I am most awed by his understanding of philanthropy as a whole. He notes Americans as being the most giving culture and expects philanthropic giving to increase in India as more and more wealthy people emerge in the country.
When discussing his last days and future goals, Bill Gates discussing some items he would still like to accomplish. Rather than noting money or business goals, he says that eight million children die under the age of five. He begins citing philanthropic goals and ways he can leverage his stature, wealth, and power to better the human race. He desires to prevent premature death of children. Gates also notes wanting to have an impact on education. He wants anyone in the world to have access to learning and improving their mental capacity and curiosity. Gates then details food as an issue for children. Malnutrition is an ongoing issue and he also wants to have an impact in this area. In my opinion, Bill Gates is as real as they come. He has all the money in the world, ought to be lounging around and enjoying the "good life." However, he has committed himself and his resources to bettering the lives of children who don't have a voice. Bill Gates is and wants to be their voice.
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