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“We need laws written by people who have confronted life in the real world, not in the sheltered world of trust fund recipients of the insulated cocoon of academia.”

Quote by Thomas Sowell

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

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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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