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To: Cyro who wrote (73037)	12/30/2007 10:35:38 PM
From: Zincman	Respond to of 116555

I really have no idea to the level of wealth Silicon Vally has produce over time. Respectfully, I really don't care. I do know however, that education is 'a' factor, but not at all 'the' factor in producing wealth. Anyone who argues otherwise, simply does not have even an educated grasp of the historical facts. 100 years from now, maybe so.. but for now, nothing will produce (legal) wealth in America more consistently than hard work, risk taking, business ownership and the refusal to quit. In fact, wealth creation is America is quite simple as long as one is will to do 'whatever' it takes. Many wish to be a marathon runner, but give up quickly when they realize the commitment involved... "You mean I have to run 15 miles a day.... Every day....? No way.. lol jmvho, ZM