Thomas Sowell: Born in N.C., grew up in Harlem.. left home early and didn't finish high school... Eventually joined the Marine Corps and became a photographer in the Korean War. After his service, he entered Harvard University where he studied his passion: ECONOMICS
"If ever a time should come, when vain and aspiring men shall possess the highest seats in Government, our country will stand in need of its experienced patriots to prevent its ruin."
Samuel Adams, 1780