George Soros, the legendary investor, philanthropist and perennial target of the US right wing, is handing over control of his $25 billion empire to his youngest son, Alexander Soros, a self-described centrist thinker. on the left, who grew up aware of the family’s great wealth but was not thought to be a possible successor.
In the first interview since his selection, the 37-year-old says he intends to expand the application of his father’s liberal principles. “We think the same about many things” – says the young Soros, as he adds that he embraces some different causes than his father. They include voting and abortion rights, as well…