It is no crime to be ignorant of economics, which is, after all, a specialized discipline and one that most people consider to be a ‘dismal science.’ But it is totally irresponsible to have a loud and vociferous opinion on economic subjects while remaining in this state of ignorance.
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- Author's profession: Economist
- Nationality: american
- Born: March 2, 1926
- Died: January 7, 1995
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