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William Easterly
New York, NY
Professor of Economics at New York University
Blog: Aid Watch
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William commented on the article |Alanna, Great blog. I was distressed to learn quite a while ago that the Gates people (definitely including Gates himself) were mostly of the "we know the answer in advance" type, rather than "let's humbly find what works on the ground" type. The Gateses are also suprisingly naive about propaganda issuing from places like the WHO:
http://blogs.nyu.edu/fas/dri/aidwatch/2009/02/did_bill_and_melinda_gates_cla.html
I wonder if there is any hope that Gates Foundation could change in response to such gentle, constructive criticism?
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William commented on the article |Actually, the black vs. Arab characterization is not right either. Isn't part of activism getting well informed on the cause?
Michelle, I still would like some response on the issue of whether it's legit to criticize a book without reading it? Best regards, Bill
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William commented on the article |
Michelle, How can you criticize a book that you have not read? This is really not acceptable in a serious intellectual debate. I did read the book, and my (much more positive) reactions are here:
http://blogs.nyu.edu/fas/dri/aidwatch/2009/04/did_save_darfur_lose_darfur.html
All the best, Bill Easterly -
William commented on the article |Today I blogged about Mahmood Mamdani's new book, which is very critical of Western advocacy efforts on Darfur:
http://blogs.nyu.edu/fas/dri/aidwatch/2009/04/did_save_darfur_lose_darfur.html
Best regards, William Easterly, Professor of Economics, NYU -
William commented on the article |Debbie, all agreed about transparency. Now if you could please just kindly document your statements that my claims are outdated, outmoded, twist information for my own ideological purposes, that I am out to destroy progress in foreign aid programs, and that I am balding and not thin enough, I am sure the audience would be interested. My very best wishes, Bill
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William commented on the article |
Dear Debbie, I'm flattered that you want to see my picture, I don't think it is much to look at. I have also added my work address and personal web site to my profile; I am afraid my other personal details are only of interest to a very small circle. But I am happy to debate my outdated and outmoded ideas with you anytime you like. Warm regards, Bill Easterly
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William commented on the article |
Debbie, thanks for the warning, I will watch out for him! Best, William Easterly
