Quote:Oprah has addressed this, I believe. This country has resources to address many of the problems for which she has given funds. Many times all that is lacking is the will (political, emotional, spiritual) to get things done. She often gives to African causes because (other than the obvious "old country" ties) often those people are in the situation through no fault of their own (with the implication being that some people in the US could do more to help themselves.)

 

I'm paraphrasing of course - I don't want to put words in Winfrey's mouth. 

 

One last thing. Why is it so hard to give praise to someone who has given so much? Why the - "well, she gets a tax break you know."? Let me tell you, there a lot of easier ways she could take to lessen her tax liability. She's had to work her butt off to create these foundations and charities. She could just write a check, but she chooses to get involved.

 

Winfrey and I don't see eye to eye re politics - but hers is a unique and tremendous story. And what she has chosen to do with her success is as cool as how she got to the point of being so wealthy.