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The Genius of Thomas Sowell

Katharine Birbalsingh on Thomas Sowell and Theodore Dalrymple

Oct 16, 2022
01:40:51

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Quick takeaways

  • The podcast explores the social pathologies exhibited by the white underclass in Great Britain and compares them to the black underclass in America, highlighting the consequences of the welfare state in both countries.
  • The episode delves into Theodore Dalrymple's book 'Life at the Bottom' and emphasizes the importance of education, discipline, and authority in addressing the underclass degradation in Britain.

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The Pathology of the Black Underclass in America

This podcast episode explores the social pathologies lyricized by Ice-T in his song, and compares them with the social pathologies exhibited by the white underclass in Great Britain. The episode discusses the breakdown of the nuclear family, poorly run government schools, and the attraction of gang life. It also delves into the insights provided by Theodore Dalrymple in his book 'Life at the Bottom', which explores the consequences of the welfare state in England. Dalrymple argues that the white underclass in Britain demonstrates similar social pathology as the black underclass in America due to the welfare state and the behavior it promotes.

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