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Where we'd place Thomas Sowell based on their public statements and/or writings. Take the quiz to see where you land.
Thomas Sowell
Economist/Author
Markets & Minds
As long as human beings are imperfect, there will always be arguments for extending the power of government to deal with these imperfections. The only logical stopping place is totalitarianism—unless we realize that tolerating imperfections is the price of freedom.
An economist, author, and public intellectual, Sowell is known for his clear, data-driven analysis of economics, social policy, and political philosophy. He has written extensively on the importance of free markets, individual responsibility, and limited government. His prolific work has shaped public discourse on liberty, equality, and the unintended consequences of centralized power.
Sidebar: After dropping out of high school, Sowell worked as a messenger for Western Union, and a machinist, before joining the Marine Corps during the Korean War. After his service, he took night classes and eventually earned admission to Harvard, where he graduated magna cum laude.
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