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Independent analysis of and commentary about philanthropy and giving Co-edited by William A. Schambra, Daniel P. Schmidt, and Michael E. Hartmann

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Warren Buffett, Bill Gates, and Melinda French Gates

The ungodly bright, philanthropy, and its future

William A. Schambra

In the wake of Warren Buffett ending his extraordinary philanthropic partnership with the Gates Foundation, revisiting questions raised after its initial announcement.

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16Jul2026
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Understanding Trump’s victory: philanthropy played a role, but not in the way it intended

William A. Schambra

Philanthropy is uniquely unsuited for involvement in American politics. Indeed, what it considers its political strengths turn out to be serious liabilities. Nothing demonstrates this better than its role in the 2024 presidential election.

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14Nov2024
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