"… of Americans every year." The situation had become "almost shameful."Bill Gates, prep school grad and college dropout, had come before the National Govern …"

"… ” a plan that would be backed by $2 billion of his own cash.Gates' speech, in February 2005, was a signature moment in what has become a dec …"

"… have been as big as their egos and their bank accounts. Microsoft chairman Gates, computer magnate Michael Dell, investor Eli Broad, and the Walton family …"

"… mproved overall at a faster rate than the state.The confidence that marked Gates' landmark speech to the governors' association in 2005 has given way to hu …"