A Weakness of Honorable People – Thomas Sowell

„One of the common failings among honorable people is a failure to appreciate how thoroughly dishonorable some other people can be, and how dangerous it is to trust them.“

Thomas SowellThomas Sowell warns about the danger of trusting dishonest people and highlights a weakness of honorable people.
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Thomas Sowell is an American economist and social philosopher known for his conservative views and economic writings.

A quote about the risks of trusting dishonest people.


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Thomas Sowell quote about the danger of trusting dishonorable people

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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