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Economist

Economist, born on December 6, 1898, and died on May 17, 1987. A prominent Swedish economist and Nobel laureate, known for his contributions to development economics and institutional economics.

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“America has had gifted conservative statesmen and national leaders. But with few exceptions, only the liberals have gone down in history as national heroes.”

America Leader Gone Hero Conservative Exception Gifted Statesmen

Book:Black and African-American Studies: American Dilemma, the Negro Problem and Modern Democracy

Source: Black and African-American Studies: American Dilemma, the Negro Problem and Modern Democracy

“America is conservative in fundamental principles... but the principles conserved are liberal and some, indeed, are radical.”

America Principles Fundamentals Conservative Radical Fundamental Principles

Book:Black and African-American Studies: American Dilemma, the Negro Problem and Modern Democracy

Source: Black and African-American Studies: American Dilemma, the Negro Problem and Modern Democracy

About the Author

Born: December 6, 1898
Died: May 17, 1987
Known for: Economist
Quotes: 25

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Black and African-American Studies: American Dilemma, the Negro Problem and Modern DemocracyRelated source material

An American Dilemma, Volume 2: The Negro Problem and Modern DemocracyRelated source material

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