Andrew
Carnegie (1835-1919) was a massively successful business man who gave away his
fortune to socially beneficial projects, most famously by funding libraries.
The
problem of our age is the administration of wealth. Our conditions
inevitably gives wealth to the few. Once in the hands of the few, it can
be administered in one of three ways: It can be left to the families, it can be
bequeathed for public purposes, or it can be administered during their lives by
its possessors.
The
third way is the true antidote for the temporary unequal distribution of wealth.
This,
then, is the duty of the man of Wealth: First, to set an example of modest
living, shunning display or extravagance; to provide moderately for the legitimate
wants of those dependent upon him; and after doing so to give away the rest to
produce the most beneficial result for the community (the rich should use their
wealth to help enrich society as a whole).
Photo#2: The Golisano Family like Carnegie decided to donate their money to be used to help the community.
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