Michael Bloomberg

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/michael-bloomberg

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Michael Bloomberg born?February 14, 1942
2. Where was Michael Bloomberg born?Medford, Massachusetts
3. What is Michael Bloomberg known for?Over $17.4 billion donated to charitable causes
4. What is the mayor of new york city?Served three consecutive terms from 2002 to 2013
5. What is the net worth (as of may 2025)?Estimated at US$104.7 billion
6. What company did Michael Bloomberg start to help people trade stocks?He started Bloomberg L.P. in 1981. The company created the Bloomberg Terminal, a computer that gives traders real‑time market data and news.

Bloomberg Terminal: A specialized computer system providing financial market data, news, and trading tools to professionals.
Technocratic Governance: A system of government where decision-makers are selected based on technical expertise and scientific knowledge.
Urban Renewal: The process of improving and redeveloping deteriorated urban areas, often involving new construction and infrastructure.
Philanthropic Causes: Activities or organizations that aim to promote human welfare and social reform through donations.