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Howard Warren Buffett, grandson of renowned investor Warren Buffett, is a chip off the old philanthropic block. At the recent Social Good Summit in New York, he spoke about the challenges in this age of technology of preserving human connections with those who are suffering.

The Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist recently criticized school pay structures, urging the 50 state superintendents of education to end teacher pay increases based on seniority and education level, and reward them based on excellence instead.

Fourteen months ago, few people had heard of Wasilla, Alaska, nor its former mayor, Sarah Palin. That changed in late August 2008, when Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) chose Gov. Palin as his vice presidential running mate. Of course, McCain and Palin lost their bid for the White House, and in July,...