Responsibility and Work in Society – Thomas Sowell

„You cannot take any people, of any color, and exempt them from the requirements of civilization - including work, behavioral standards, personal responsibility, and all the other basic things that the clever intelligentsia disdain - without ruinous consequences to them and to society at large.“

Thomas SowellThomas Sowell explains why responsibility, work, and social norms are essential for the survival of civilization.
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Thomas Sowell is an American economist and social philosopher known for his conservative views and economic writings.

Thomas Sowell emphasizes the importance of responsibility and work for the wellbeing of society.


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Thomas Sowell (born 1930) is an American economist, social theorist, and author. He is known for his extensive studies and critical views on economic and social issues, including politics, culture, and race relations.

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