Bill Gates Sr., Co-chair, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Author, Showing Up for Life

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from Bill Gates, Sr. held on June 17, 2009

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Bill Gates Sr.

Co-chair, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Author, Showing Up for Life

In conversation with John Wood, Founder, Room to Read

“To me, global poverty is a humanitarian issue. People are dying, and we can save them – and that ought to be enough.” These words from the senior Bill Gates illustrate his commitment to “showing up” for his life and improving the lives of impoverished populations all over the world. Join us for this enlightening and inspiring discussion on values.

This program was recorded in front of a live audience at The Commonwealth Club in San Francisco on June 17, 2009

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