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“In the wake of the housing debacle in California, more people are buying less expensive homes, making bigger down payments, and staying away from 'creative' and risky financing. It is amazing how fast people learn when they are not insulated from the consequences of their decisions.”

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Dismantling America and Other Controversial Essays (Large Print 16pt)

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a range of contentious issues affecting the United States, exploring societal and political challenges from a critical perspective. more

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Thomas Sowell is a renowned economist, born on June 30, 1930. His research spans across various fields such as economic policy, race, and social issues, having a profound impact on economics and the social sciences. more

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