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Thomas Sowell: Welfare System and Motivation

„What the welfare system and other kinds of governmental programs are doing is paying people to fail. In so far as they fail, they receive the money; in so far as they succeed, even to a moderate extent, the money is taken away.“

Thomas SowellThomas Sowell criticizes the welfare system for paying people to fail and penalizing success.
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Thomas Sowell is an American economist and social philosopher known for his conservative views and economic writings.

Critical view on the impact of governmental welfare programs on individual motivation and success.


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Thomas Sowell quote about the welfare system and motivation

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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