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We Love What Warren Buffett Says About Life, Luck, And Winning The 'Ovarian Lottery'

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Warren Buffett described his 'Ovarian Lottery' thought experiment to MBA students. He imagines being born into a random life, with no control over gender, race, health, or country. This leads him to design a world that incentivizes top performers but ensures no one is left behind, with safety nets for old age and healthcare. He emphasizes luck and acknowledges his own fortunate birth. Buffett argues governments must correct extreme inequality.