

More “Social Justice Fallacies,” With Thomas Sowell | Uncommon Knowledge | Peter Robinson | Hoover Institution
Sep 29, 2023
Thomas Sowell, an esteemed scholar, discusses the recent Supreme Court decision on affirmative action and his friendship with Justice Clarence Thomas. He examines the negative impact of affirmative action on black students in elite institutions and challenges the notion that higher-rated institutions provide a better education. The podcast also delves into the concept of a colorblind constitution, the consequences of minimum wage laws on young individuals, and the influence of the press in shaping public opinion. Sowell provides advice for young African Americans and shares insights into his career as an academic and writer.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The History and Impact of Affirmative Action
03:00 • 16min
Examining the Colorblind Constitution
18:47 • 4min
The Impact of Thomas Sowell's Words and Minimum Wage Laws on Young People
23:16 • 6min
The Role of the Press and the Anointed, and Advice for a Young African American
29:16 • 2min
Engaging a General Audience with Democracy and Improvement in Society
31:02 • 6min