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Charity 2.0
Created: 01/22/2010
Video description: The earthquake in Haiti had an important technological component: Through the text message giving program, the Red Cross raised $26 million in funds in just 9 days. Was this a one-time outpouring of goodwill, or the beginning of a trend in global humanitarianism made possible by technology? To discuss: Guests Caroline McCarthy from CNET News, and Jonathan Aiken, director of media relations for the Red Cross.

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