After my main man Milton Friedman, Thomas Sowell is easily my favorite economist. But he’s more than a great free market advocate. He offers enlightening sociological and philosophical insights. Professor Sowell is truly an original thinker. Watch his YouTube interview.
Even though he is a bit past his peak as a communicator, Sowell’s intellect towers above little people with little partisan minds, such as “economist” Paul Krugman.
Sowell’s quick summation of the failure of the vaunted “New Deal” is important for all to understand. The enduring myth of FDR’s “success” has caused great harm long after we put the awful Great Depression behind us.
After you watch this video, consider taking time to watch some of his other interviews on YouTube (listed on the same screen). Every one a gem. Taken as a group, these interviews offer an excellent quick course in rational thought and free market economics.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2g4xqrQ9Fg&feature=player_embedded