> I think it stinks what happened to Microsoft, and whats going to become of Verison. Bill Gates pushed the computing world where it is today, and the only way for the government to show their thanks is to hack him to pieces. Just becuase he smoked the other companies. It also makes me mad when people crab about him getting a major brake, and getting some relife for his taxes. He pays more than everyone else, and why shouldn't he get back his moneys worth. Examples: Say he pays 2 million in taxes, and Bilbo Baggins pays 25,000 in taxes. Why should Bilbo gritch after only getting back 3,000, instead of the 100,000 that Bill Gates got. Bill paid more, so he should get more. And besides, he worked his butt off to get where he was today, and isn't a greedy man. He gives away millions each year.
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> So, a word to the wise, don't become succsesful, or the government will come after you, and tear you down, so that "everyone has a fair chance."
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> --Help


I don't really know much about Bill Gates' situation, but I do know that Tall Poppy Syndrome is alive and well, regardless of who you are. Envy of other people who are more successful is pretty common, and instead of working harder to get there yourself, most prefer to just pull them down.
One little point, however. I believe Bill Gates didn't begin donating to charities until all of the negative attention started. It was something that was pointed out to him, so he started doing it. Not that it should be a problem, it's his money, he can do what he likes with it.

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