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“Is distinctive black culture the cause of economic disparity between whites and blacks or merely the reflection of it?”

Quote by Steven D. Levitt

Book:Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything

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Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything

Freakonomics is a groundbreaking work that uses economic analysis to explore a wide range of subjects, from cheating in sumo wrestling to the impact of parenting on IQ. The book challenges conventional wisdom and offers a fresh perspective on how economic principles influence various aspects of life. more

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