Gates’ ‘Library’ editorial without the B Word
“Bill Gates manages to write a guest editorial about ‘libraries’ that does not mention the word books. In fact, it’s just an ad for the Gates Foundation. Remember, freedom of the press is only for those who own [or can buy and sell] them. [ thanks bill ].” - From librarian.net.
The TeleRead take: Gates concludes the Seattle Times editorial: “We must all pitch in to keep our libraries vibrant and strong, whether through volunteer hours, donations or government spending. We must continue to support our libraries so they can keep the doors of knowledge open to all.” Hint, hint, Bill. So when are you going to pay to get the Great Gatsby on the Net for American library-users–the book of which you bought several rare early copies for the library of your $50-million mansion? It’s in the public domain in Australia and whatnot, but not over here..
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