Perry Johnson keeps spending big, without learning much
By Nancy Kaffer
Published on March 25, 2026.
The world's oldest man, known for his lavish spending, has been criticized for spending so much on himself. The 78-year-old businessman and self-proclaimed "quality guru" has spent $15 million on failed candidacies, including an unsuccessful gubernatorial run in 2022 and a failed presidential bid in 2023.
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