First published 2023
Thomas Sowell examines the social justice movement through an economist's lens. He argues that many widely accepted claims about social justice cannot survive scrutiny when measured against documented evidence. The book reveals how facts often contradict popular beliefs in this area. Sowell traces how social justice policies have historically produced results opposite to their stated goals, sometimes with severe consequences. He distinguishes between the appealing vision of social justice and the actual outcomes of social justice programs. The author warns that crusaders who possess absolute certainty about their cause often ignore contradictory evidence and potential dangers. Sowell presents this analysis as particularly relevant to the current moment in Western societies. The book offers readers a fact-based examination of social justice claims and their real-world results.
Genres: political-science, economics, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: fact-based-analysis
224 pages · Hardcover · Basic Books