Bill Gates Not The Richest Man in America

So much for that 15-year record, Bill. Less than a month ago, we were telling you that Bill Gates had once again topped Forbes' list of wealthiest Americans. As it turns out, a lot changes in a month--especially if you're a multi-billionaire heavily invested in stocks when there is this little thing called a global economic crisis occurring.

Due to the economic clusterfuck, Forbes recalculated the richest among us and now Bill will have to settle for number two. It appears that Warren Buffett's stocks have served him better throughout the economic turmoil. Maybe that's why both candidates are talking up Buffett as Treasury Secretary, but no one is mentioning Bill.

Money to Burn by Seatlest Flickr photog smohundro