>Extended lifespans only stretch out the time to confiscation, allowing
>greater capital appreciation. As an example, Bill Gates has publicly
>stated that he plans on giving all of his wealth away by the time he
>dies.
I'm not sure in what context Gates stated this (i.e., flip or a sudden
stroke of altruism.) Also, he could reconsider his current views on death,
in which case he would then reconsider giving away *all* his money. If
comes to the conclusion that death is not necessary - valuing living
indefinitely; he just might invest his money in extending lifespans.
Natasha Vita More [f/k/a Nancie Clark]
http://www.primenet.com/~flexeon
Extropic Art Manifesto!: http://www.primenet.com/~flexeon/extropic.htm
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