In my 20s I worshipped politics, went woke (broke) & believed in the myth of equality.
Then I discovered Thomas Sowell, and he changed my life forever.
12 lessons from America's most controversial & unknown philosopher:
Thomas Sowell is a 93-year-old badass.
• Studied at Harvard
• Political commentator
• Written for 150 newspapers
• Declined the role of Federal Trade Commissioner
He says F U to politicians and the system. His views are radical. Some good, some bad
But he'll make you think
1. “Intellect is not wisdom”
• Most modern intellect is the ability to memorize information
• Intellects worship access to information rather than the application of the lessons
Without execution, information is useless. It turns information into wisdom others can learn from
That's Reid Hoffman's latest prediction – the founder of LinkedIn who predicted the rise of social media in 1997.
Here's what he said next:
Hoffman's past predictions are spooky:
• Predicted social networks would change the world (LinkedIn sold for $26B)
• Saw the sharing economy coming (Early Airbnb investor)
• Called the AI revolution years before ChatGPT
So we should probably listen to his latest prediction:
The Gig Economy Revolution is coming, and it's bigger than you think.
Within a decade, 50% of the US population will be freelancers.
But here's the twist: They'll earn MORE than traditional employees.
"When a society loses its moral compass, it collapses from within." – G.K. Chesterton
A Thread Exposing the Decline of the West🧵
1. The Celebration of Obesity
The "Body Positivity" Deception
The rise of "body positivity" has twisted the concept of self-acceptance into glorifying unhealthy lifestyles. Obesity, once recognized as a serious health risk, is now celebrated as an alternative version of health, all under the guise of promoting self-love.
This dangerous narrative not only normalizes life-threatening conditions but discourages individuals from taking responsibility for their health, ultimately benefiting industries that profit from illness, such as Big Pharma and the processed food sector.
2. Feminism: The Destruction of Gender Roles
What started as a movement for equal rights has now become a divisive force tearing apart families and relationships. Feminism has pushed the narrative that traditional gender roles are oppressive, undermining the value of motherhood and homemaking, and demonizing masculinity.
This cultural shift has led to broken homes, emasculated men, and women chasing careers at the expense of family, causing a societal imbalance that’s left children without role models and genuine connections.