I’d actually be surprised if Thiel’s marginal tax rate strongly influences the amount he contributes to SIAI. For one, I don’t think the reason he donated $1,100,000 rather than twice that amount was that it was the most he could afford.
I’d be even more surprised (even given the above) if the resulting change has more effect on humanity’s future than the other effects of differences in tax policy.
I’d actually be surprised if Thiel’s marginal tax rate strongly influences the amount he contributes to SIAI. For one, I don’t think the reason he donated $1,100,000 rather than twice that amount was that it was the most he could afford.
I’d be even more surprised (even given the above) if the resulting change has more effect on humanity’s future than the other effects of differences in tax policy.