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David Rockefeller

Philanthropy is involved with basic innovations that transform society, not simply maintaining the status quo or filling basic social needs that were formerly the province of the public sector.

David Rockefeller

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David Rockefeller is saying that philanthropy should focus on creating new and important changes that improve society in fundamental ways. He believes it should go beyond just supporting existing social services or replacing government efforts.

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