The book the article is based on, seems well researched. One has to wonder, is the term 'philanthropy' a misnomer.. is it really 'misanthropy', with the very

The book the article is based on, seems well researched. One has to wonder, is the term 'philanthropy' a misnomer.. is it really 'misanthropy', with the very powerful determined to torment everyone else without end to accept their values? Do the very rich and powerful have the right to use their wealth, in a tax wheeze, to determine the nature of health, education, or whatever for everyone else? If you have managed to rise to the top, is it your morality and care that got you there, or is it the absence? Is "philanthropy" even a kindness, or is it a form of social engineering to create potential new markets for their investments? I personally find the whole world of philanthropy rather revolting. Some unscrupulous rich folk, now want to be lauded and perceived as "kind", only that kindness comes with lots of very specific strings attached. Its not kind or helpful to manipulate others as you have access to levers of power that they don't, to them determine what is taught in schools, or what is acceptable medicine, etc. I'd rather they built a pyramid or monument to themselves, and keep out of micro-managing the world and everyone in it.