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- Thomas Sowell's rigorous intellectual method teaches readers how to think instead of what to think.
- Sowell distinguishes between two dominant visions of human nature—the constrained and utopian visions, which guide his approach towards analyzing social issues.
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Introduction to Thomas Sowell
Thomas Sowell is a highly acclaimed economist and intellectual, known for his extensive work on a wide range of topics, including economics, history, sociology, philosophy, education, political theory, race, and culture. He has written over forty books and published thousands of newspaper columns over his six-decade-long career. Despite his significant contributions, Sowell remains relatively unknown to the majority of people. Some critics try to dismiss his ideas by labeling him an 'Uncle Tom,' a strategy to avoid engaging with his rational framework. However, the true value of Sowell's works lies in his rigorous intellectual method, which teaches readers how to think instead of what to think.
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