The dark side of Warren Buffett

no one needs to be that rich, it's rediculous

I feel very sorry for Warren Buffet, he is apparently a cold and lonely jerk. I am obviously much happier with a lot less money.

Being poor allows one to really really appreciate working hard and earning things.

It also allows one to be closer to nature. Like the animals who exist because of the grace of above we poor also exist and florish and are clothed in the beauty or simple moments. However, we have millions of simple moments each and every day. :)

Buffet can do what he wants with his money, but to argue that inheritance tax is a good thing is just plain stupid. If I earn my money and pay taxes on it why should the government prosper from my hard work when I die. I'll leave my money to whomever I want and I don't want the government to have any of it since it's already been taxed! Let him leave all of his to the government. Especially since they do such a great job with the money they already get.

It is sad to read such a hurtful letter and for what purpose? Why would anyone want to hurt someone in that way? I also dealt with hurtful family (not adopted) and suffered clinical depressions because of it, so I know something about it but even now could not do anything in retaliation. What's the point? I think Mr. Buffet should rethink the way he feels about this woman and look at her as a human being with feelings even if her judgment is unwise.

It's Warren's money. He can (and should) do whatever he wants with it.

I see his points on inheritance taxes - but don't agree with them.

I think wealthy should put that money back into economy by creating jobs instead of giving it children who squander it like spoiled brats, the children should have to earn their own on their own.

BUFFETT IS A LOATHSOME AND DISGUSTING EXCUSE FOR A REAL PERSON. IT SEEMS THE ONLY THING HE REALLY CARES ABOUT IS HIMSELF AND THE MONEY HE USES AS A RECKLESS TOOL. I THINK OBAMA SHOULD RECONSIDER HIS TIES TO THIS ARROGANT AND PAINFULLY IMBICALIC BILLIONAIRE.

Its strange, they are both so rude to each other and so out of touch with reality in respect to wealth they are related in spirit but not by blood(sorry but 40,000 is 2x what I make but I have my own health insurance)However you shouldn't expect anything if your family is wealthy either.Make your money and spend it as you see fit

money is the "ROOT" of ALL evil, period. the things you do with it has no bearing on how big an a..hole you truly are!!! when you donate your money to the devil himself {gates} then that just goes to show how ignorant and arrogant you really are MR. Buffoon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!and that's what's really wrong with this country, the 1% of the people that have control of all the money haven't got a clue what to do with it.......so they either just simply blow it all or give it all away....to other one's who've already got more than they will ever use, even in 1,000,000 peoples lifetimes!!!!!

WHAT A GENERIC QUESTION

He doesn't owe her anything, she isn't his granddaughter. Let her support herself. Where is it written that he has to support her?

I don't think Warren Buffet is obligated to leave money to his granddaughter. She doesn't seem to appreciate it anyway. I help my adult children whenever I can, but I also make it clear to them that they are expected to work for a living...just I had to. I think that anyone who has to work for their money generally appreciates what they have more than those who just have it given to them. We should all appreciate what we have and not constantly compare ourselves either to those wealthier than us, or to those less fortunate.

typical rich ass... holding his wealth over his family... that if they don't toll the line, and live to his standards, they are not worthy to inherit his money. it's not like she's a drug addict or mass murderer...

what an ass!!

mr buf stick it in you a-- the money will be spent after you are dead and gone by people you don't even know that makes you a real big guy give it to strangers not one of your family you are an old bitter man who wants to use the money to control your family do what i want or i will cut you off this seems to be the attitude of a lot of older people they want to use their money to control family this is sad family can mark you off as well and the grandaughter is better off without you and the money so stick in you a-- and go to hell with it

Only an asshole would write such a mean spirited letter to his son's adopted child saying that the rest of the family didn't adopt her. I don't care how much $$$ he has, I would tell him to his face what George Bailey said to Mr. Potter; "You're a warped, frustrated old man."

I understand that because of the lifestyles and vulnerabilities of wealthy people most of them have healthy respect for their privacy. I really don't blame them. The news media are like vultures when it comes to meddling into the lives of the rich and famous. I feel sorry for this young lady however, I'm sure if she could take it back, she would. Maybe someday Mr. Buffet will forgive her.

Mr. Buffet's comments were insulting and mean spirited. He is speaking for his family although they are silent. An adopted child is "family". What a cold heartless person he is. As with wealthy families...to have a voice is to get approval from the "almighty" patriarch...no thanks, I'll pass!!

If she wants money and an inheritance, it should come form her parents.

Warren I'm shocked, that the genius you are and have consistantly proven beyond anyones understanding coupled with your constant encouragement of young people to excel, to find and productively use their own identy that you would be anything less than "extremely proud" of your grand daughter. Our kids may not agree with us nor we with them and we know they can't possibly have the insight nor wisdom we've hopefully attained over time BUT she has an opinion, not abusively spoken or construed. She speaks intelligently offering a minimal insight into a VERY PRIVATE FAMILY. Fortunately she is by choice NO PARIS HILTON.

I've experienced the Buffet generousity personally. People have no earthly idea what you do privately for many who have genuine unforseen emergencies to deal with.

I would have said it differently and publicly. My grand daughter and I often agree to disagree. I appreciate and respect her opinions and her right and responsibility to share things as she sees them.

Warren, Sir, When it comes to FAMILY it is not a cut and dried as the ruthless world of big business. Family is about legacy and Family is forever. Nobody knows to much about what you do because you are such a private individual. I certainly respect your privacy but I'd love to sit down for an hour, talk, learn and share a DQ Blizzard and a Cheeseburger. Maybe next time you come to "W" in NC? OK I'll buy! On behalf of all those who really don't have a clue, myself included on many fronts. THANK-YOU