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“If you have always believed that everyone should play by the same rules and be judged by the same standards, that would have gotten you labeled a radical 60 years ago, a liberal 30 years ago and a racist today.”

Quote by Thomas Sowell

Book:Controversial Essays

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Controversial Essays

This book presents a compilation of essays that tackle contentious issues and stimulate discussion, exploring a range of perspectives on significant subjects. 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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