That is probably another example of where his policy doesn't apply to most of us. My guess is that their is more than enough cash such that 10% in short-term g

That is probably another example of where his policy doesn't apply to most of us. My guess is that their is more than enough cash such that 10% in short-term gov bonds would throw off sufficient income for his wife to live very comfortable while the 90% in the equity index is most invested for growth of capital (even though it throws of dividends, too).