First Time Hearing Thomas Sowell on Current Black Culture (Reaction!!)

[@poloreacts27]

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[@caseybrown4360]

My man said chitterlings lol

[@oldmanghost219]

Thomas Sowell talks a good game & does state facts but has an agenda and cherry picks which facts he uses. So while you can learn something from him beware and don't let him lead you astray. Accents and word usage comes from surroundings but it can be tempered by how much TV and Movies you watch.

[@caseybrown4360]

@@oldmanghost219 what is Sowells agenda? He’s written over 40 books. Could you be wrong about the cherry picking?

[@ContrarianCorner]

@@caseybrown4360 He does indeed have his own perspective and agenda. Mainly, his agenda is to point out many of the ways we've been misled, and even deliberately lied to, by so many of our "cherished" institutions. He's actually trying to counter the rampant cherry picking that has always been happening by politicians, historians, economists, etc. by proving how a more honest and in-depth look at their own claims will so often lead to completely different conclusions than the ones they originally profess.

[@ContrarianCorner]

@poloreacts27: The fact that you _didn't_ have more formal education actually is a blessing in disguise. I have a college degree which only meant I had four more years of programming that I eventually had to untangle.

[@stuartdaugherty9521]

You are exactly right. My favorite thing about Thomas Sowell is that he is so color blind. He wants everyone to succeed

[@christopheb.6121]

I'm a french white man, and I have read all the works of Mr Thomas Sowell, a fascinating scholar.

[@Joseph-ax999]

Because I can read French I know that rap culture has also affected France. Black M is one but there are others.

[@michaelsharkey9105]

One of my favorite quotes from Prof. Sowell - "I get accused of being tough! I'm not tough, life is tough, I'm just trying to acquaint you with that fact."

[@paultiffany7629]

How PROFOUND! LIFE is Tough. I've got to Remember THAT. I'm just trying to acquaint you with that fact. Poetic!

[@michaelsharkey9105]

@@paultiffany7629 If you like that quote, you may enjoy this one too. It's from John Wayne - "Life is tough, it's tougher if you're stupid."

[@Hatrimn]

Love Thomas Sowell. I wish he were 50 years younger, need him now more than ever.

[@clintwood9472]

Thomas Sowell is perhaps our most valuable thinker. His importance in our current political and social climate cannot be overstated.

[@garrettpace2701]

How did I miss this? Glad to see you finding and highlighting Thomas Sowell. This man is a National Treasure.

[@pfcampos7041]

Thomas Sowell is a genius. He has been talking about this s stuff for years!! You can't go wrong with him. Please react to more of his stuff. You will always find intelligent and informative conversations.

[@surfwriter8461]

Ah, a "genius"! Give me a break. He's a pseudo-intellectual fraud, a pawn for the right-wing Hoover Institution and all things white supremacist, denying systemic racism and turning a blind eye to the numerous racial and class prejudices that continue to hold back citizens of color, the poor and other marginalized members of American society.

[@jxstified7558]

Thomas Sowell is one of the greatest black thought leaders out there and he is SO underappreciated..

[@keltonhutchison5951]

Actually he is one of the great thought leaders....who happens to be black.

[@MrVvulf]

@@keltonhutchison5951 Precisely.

[@tianzi49]

Haha, if truth is to be told, do you know what thoughts are like? They are like those words in a book. And in the final analysis, it ain't worth the paper on which it is written on. I went to college, and as required, we read lots of great books, but it did not produce any paradigm-shifting moments just by reading them. You want me to give just one example of a good leader? How about Nelson Mandela, who fundamentally changed South Africa by sacrificing 27 years of his own life in prison. Do you want a female? How about Ms. Harriet Tubman, who actually led escaped slaves to freedom via the dangerous "underground railroad", on 13 separate missions ... in other words, a thought leader ain't diddly squat until you can "show me" - but I am not from Missouri! Or as we say around the way, be about it instead of talking about it. Do you know who these pundits sound to me like, how about those poverty-pimping preachers, aka prosperity preachers ... haha! In short, talk is cheap, feel me!

[@Zenshirokojima]

Crazy disrespectful to actual thought leaders… This guy is mostly just a liar.

[@bobklahn42]

Thomas Sowell is a fraud. I decided that years ago. I am going to post a more detailed message to the video producer with more info.

[@duanelangenberg2366]

I love how you think, Polo. Your journey is highly encouraging!

[@rick5440]

He's 100% right. Its not racial, its cultural and spreads across racial lines. I grew up in the South, and had more in common with country black folks than I did urban whites.

[@VelkanAngels]

I've tried to explain that to "racially tense" Americans for so many years now. I'm a white Dane and I've tried to explain, that they as a white American (for example) have a ton more in common with a black American than with a white Dane. There's national culture, state culture, regional culture, city/town culture and even sometimes neighbourhood culture. Even just growing up in the same national culture, many Americans have a lot in common that they don't even think of as being commonalities, because many (if not most) people born in U.S.A. have never been outside of it, so they tend to assume that those commonalities are among humans all-together as opposed to themselves and their fellow Americans. It's no wonder, considering so many have grown up being told by school, media, politicians and maybe even family, that they couldn't possibly understand each other... after all, you there is "white" and you over there is "black". You're just too different. Don't even bother talking with each other to find out how much you agree on. It's depressing to see, when looking in from the outside in a culture that's sharply different from both overall American culture and the black American subculture and seeing those "hidden" agreements and commonalities from a mind with no real horse in the race (no pun intended).

[@rick5440]

@@VelkanAngels Its political expedient in the USA to make white and black folks dislike each other. The politicians have grouped us into identity unions, which destroys individuality and humanity.

[@johnnyappleseed5590]

Yep but political leftists think it’s black peoples skin that creates their issues and if you say it’s the culture and not their skin keeping people in their community down they call you racist. Lmfao

[@Skac01]

I'm from a religious Eastern European family. I have more in common with a regular family from Ethiopia than I do with American white urbanites.

[@Zach-qs2bw]

Lets dive deeper here why do you think most black people are located in the areas they are I'm talking about real generally like for example there's a lot of blank Americans in blank town located in blank state because of immigration from blank country during this time period because of external or internal reason they moved to this state because of a partnership or because of a particular industry Most black Americans live where they do because of the impacts of slavery,Jim crow,Red lining,sundown towns etc the culture they inherented was informed by these limitations these effects take a long long time to naturally resolve themselves there's plenty of countries who have been at a similar cultural conflict for hundreds of years each side blames the others culture who's right they both are cultures don't exist separate from each other they play off of each other they occupy the same space and are fueled by each other

[@tonyajohnson8024]

Tomas Sowell is a man we all need to listen to. He is a very knowledgeable and smart man. He is so on target with what he says. I need more of him in my life.

[@haydenblack5648]

I’ll be honest, I always avoided watching your reactions to political or societal videos, but when I saw Thomas sowell, I had to watch. I went from loving your reactions, because of how genuine you are, to now really liking you as a person, because of the wisdom in your responses to what Sowell was saying. Also, I would’ve never guessed that you grew up in the system with no parents you have done better than most people that did grow up with their mother and father, so my hat is off to you! Also, Thomas was born in Gastonia North Carolina, which is where I live, just a random fact. Thanks for your content dude! I think there’s a reason why so many people like this genre on KZbin. “Country boy reacts to Dr. Dre“ “rapper reacts to Garth brooks“ etc. there is a void that has been left by the division between the people in this country, we all want the same thing, which is to be loved, and appreciated for who we are and I think these videos, with the help of our musical expressions, convey that we’re not so different that we can get along and actually enjoy friendship not in spite of, but BECAUSE of our differences.

[@Torrnintwo]

Thomas Sowell is 'THE MAN'. Extremely well read and he express that knowledge simply but poignantly.

[@Zenshirokojima]

Fact check him and prove it. There is a lecture / excerpt from his book where he says that white pioneers like the Wright brothers aren’t even celebrated in the state where they are from… the implication being that black people get undue recognition for lesser accomplishments… Thom… my guy… they are on the fucking license plate! Just because someone says something with a traditionally academic delivery does not make them well read… it just highlights the lack of education in his audience.

[@greggbell9837]

Sowell's insights are pure gold for all mankind. A true scholar.

[@irisc.meijer1071]

I'm a Dutch person with a very international background, now living in Egypt. As most Europeans, I follow news and delve into cultures from around the world. The isolationism, polarisation, lack of general knowledge of the world, etc of people in the US both baffles and frightens me. I've been uncomfortable with a lot of things in American (sub-)culter(s) for a ling time, and increasingly so in recent years. I'd never heard of Sowell before, but I'll be sure to look into him further after this very interesting video, for which my thanks. I only discovered your channel yesterday but i so appreciated your calm, genuine, well-spoken intelligent reaction to certain things, that I immediately subscribed, and im very glad I did. I'm not sure if you are aware of the recent debate that raged recently about the Netflix series Cleopatra, produced by Jada Pinkett-Smith. In it, Cleopatra was cast as a black woman. Now, historically, it is 100% clear that she was not. Apart from the fact that the whole production was awful and riddled with other inaccuracies, this one caused the most controversy, and outrage among Egyptians. And immediately, they were labelled as racist and vilified - just because they were protesting historical and cultural appropriation and theft of their history, their heritage, by black Americans. And this was labelled a "documentary", not even a fictional drama. They were protesting because it wasn't true, pure and simple. There is a growing movement of black American Afrocentrists, who claim ancient Egyptian history and culture for their own - never mind that DNA testing as well as the geographical origin of most black Americans is on the complete other side of the gigantic continent that is Africa. It incenses Egyptians, and people like me on their behalf and purely on the behalf of historical accuracy and veracity. But if you say that, you're immediately labelled as racist. That is a very problematic development - you cant defend even the historical truth if it goes against Black American interests. That is simply mind-boggling to me. And it disturbed and worried me greatly. It is a very worrisome development. This sanctifying and veneration of black American culture against even historical truth and the appropriation of another culture's history is just mind-blowing. And very, very strident, almost violent in the language used. I didn't understand how such wilful blindness and cultural aggression could be applauded and defended. But videos like these are beginning to show me a better insight into where this is coming from. So I thank you very much for that, and for your reasonable and calm response, and your willingness to listen to a viewpoint that isn't the popular one. That made this extremely pleasant to watch and makes me want to investigate further. And that is the way forward, I think. I've never commented on a KZbin video before, but I just wanted to express my gratitude. I'll be following you closely, definitely. Thank you so much.

[@chica212]

I’m just curious? How do you feel about Gal Gadot playing Cleopatra?

[@billpacheco7673]

Sowell has a way of making things make sense. I have had gut feelings about things for a long time. When I started listening to and reading his work that gut feeling became clarity of the mind. You become better able to articulate that feeling to people. I watch every single reaction channel I find that has started down the Thomas Sowell path. It is a great joy to see scales fall from people's eyes and truly begin to see.

[@kayakuprising5914]

Thank you for being a voice of sanity and common sense.

[@Frostrazor]

Thomas Sowell is a brilliant man and a national treasure to be sure. His knowledge on socio economic arena and social anthropology is a benefit to us all - black, white, yellow, red, brown, you name it.

[@djfingersflores]

Mr. Thomas Sowell is definitely an American treasure. Peace Polo!

[@queenie5486]

I appreciate what Mr. Sowell is saying but I can tell you right now there is a race conversation to be had! Racism is alive and well in rural America.

[@mimip8834]

Thomas Sowell is a very knowledgeable and wise man. I very much admire him. And have tremendous respect for him. Thank you so much for sharing this video.❤

[@maryloumawson6006]

I've been following Thomas Sowell for decades. I used to love reading his column in the newspapers. He always had a sane sensible take. I was very sad when he decided to retire his column, but I'm glad he's still writing and editing his books and collecting data. I've read a few of his books and they're very good, and easily digestible. I also enjoy his fellow Hoover Institute scholar Victor Davis Hanson, a friend and colleague of Sowell's who columns often appear on Real Clear Politics site, where I used to see Dr. Sowell's column. Thomas Sowell is a GLOBAL treasure, a sage for our times. I wish him long life and good health, we need him.

[@HealthyHearts]

I highly recommend Thomas Sowell’s books. They are very well researched and very readable.

[@Alipotamus]

I’m a Caucasian great grandmother in California. I am your newest subscriber. I’m doing my best to support Black Americans who are conservative in their values. I’m especially grateful when you show Sowell.

[@marcusthomas3632]

What the hell are "conservative values?" Explain.

[@philsdon8932]

I love you, Polo. You're a gentle and intelligent soul making a difference.

[@Misitheus]

I've been following Sowell since the mid 90s.... Peace!

[@johng92]

Love you brother. My dad left when I was young. I’m so happy to see someone who understands what’s going on. I appreciate you.

[@criticalbo]

Once again Polo, your words ring true. You're on a great path of discovering the truth about history and music. Listen, read, watch and then verify for yourself. Good luck to you.

[@robertpyles9289]

I love listening to Thomas Sowell speak about everything. He's a no nonsense man of great moral character which is why I've always been flabbergasted that he's a life long liberal that's hated by the leftists in America today!

[@39612]

You may not have any formal qualifications but you've got passion and charisma and clearly you're wanting to better yourself. Keep up the great work and yes I'm invested in Thomas Sowell and look forward to seeing more of his content on here.

[@jeremystanton382]

The cool thing about Sowell is he doesn't necessarily claim to be a historian, he's an economist. But, he takes his studies so seriously, that he studied history to see how economies worked through history and to see what caused this and what caused that. Because he did it this way, it left his mind open with zero bias, only the desire to figure out progression.

[@MrVvulf]

He has staff at the Hoover Institution which conduct research according to his guidelines. They in turn have all the faculty of Stanford University for any clarifications needed in the course of that research. His research is among the most thorough of anyone in the US, past or present, regardless of the field.

[@TomJonesGearGuy]

Tom Sowell wow one of the smartest people. If he says something he can show the data every time and he is human worth the time to listen to on so many topics

[@williambrookings722]

Thomas Sowell is such an inspirational thinker. Enjoy the journey

[@ianbaxter362]

Love your wise take on these subjects Polo. I'm sure if you have kids, with your guidance and values, they'll grow up to be great people like their father. Great video 👍

[@jamesjanney4440]

Educating yourself with facts, not wishful thinking, is a good satart.

[@atmospheric8164]

For sure enjoyed listening to Mr. Sowell.

[@Steve-em1ok]

Thomas Sowell is one of the wisest men alive today, and an inspiration to us all.

[@cadleo]

True genius. Please do more, especially when the man speaks in his own words. Modern prophet

[@kokonutkelly7526]

This is a rabbit hole I’m excited to see you jump into.

[@arwiviv]

Ive known of Thomas Sowell for some time now. He's a heck of a good man. Its a shame that so many young folks (Im 53) will never hear of him.

[@Salesman]

If only he would show up on the joe Rogan podcast. That would give so many people exposure to him for the first time.

[@noelpillman9185]

Thomas Sowell is one of the wisest living people, a national treasure.

[@FCm-tq2ho]

When Mr. Sowell speaks, jaws drop! 🇺🇲💯

[@kathyriley2955]

Exactly! & when he speaks everyone should listen 😊

[@BrendaBurkett-nj8wv]

Mister Sowel is so smart and a truth teller

[@owl-gd6ce]

Thomas is a genius because he is not bought by any belief system.. he is a genius for every culture.. and he eradicates victim consciousness which is what holds everyone back who believes themselves a victim. It is so pervasive and insidious that people don't see it. I pray for the higher awareness and consciousness that I feel and experience as Jesus Christ to persevere in the the hearts of all. Thank you for your reaction..

[@terinorwood1875]

Thomas Sowell is one of the most genius minds in America and he speaks to everyone of every color every culture every AMERICAN! I have read all his books and this man I believe should be studied in every school by every child he should be taught because if his intellect was being taught in our schools today, we wouldn’t be having the issues were having

[@scozz6139]

Dr. Sowell is a brilliant man, with degrees from some of the finest institutions in the United States.

[@syx3s]

don't ever let them make you think that just because you haven't met a certain standard of education that you aren't capable of learning just as much as even the most educated person through your own research.

[@froggy187888]

Elon Musk once said, "I never needed university. I hired the people who did go"

[@aeubanks0]

I've read his books. He is a TREASURE. Take heed to his words!

[@aznravechild6i9]

Dr. Sowell is one of the greatest minds our nation has ever produced. The man truly is one of the last great American Sages.

[@plnkfloydian7814]

What shocks me the most is how quick teens and young adults seem to jump to violence especially in mobs. Though it could just be that everyone has a camera now so it just seems more rampant.

[@azgolfboyify]

Great video Polo, you're a very thoughtful man. I feel deep inside all of us know the truth when we hear or see it. Overcoming the external influences is always the challenge. Keep up the good work.

[@loadabollocks]

Thomas is a great, great man. There'll be a lot of tears when he finally leaves us.

[@noelleone1305]

So glad you are discovering Sowell. He is an original thinker and culture expert of the world. Listen to more of his truth telling in other interviews and videos and remember; "The Truth will set you free."

[@0fsgiven442]

I enjoy your self-reflective nature and logical approach to self-education. It is how I have learned more truth about the real world than I did in school. Good on you, Polo.👊

[@shereemuller4722]

Sir, you are wise beyond your years. God bless you

[@JustanOlGuy]

This man is a National treasure.

[@geraldineglassman7591]

Thomas Sowell is an American treasure.

[@MP-wv2hn]

Anything by Thomas Sowell is well worth the time to listen. I've heard these things from Sowell before and it's refreshing and worthwhile each time.

[@dylanhill1640]

Prof. Sowell is 100% correct.

[@lucreciadiaz3636]

Absolutely correct. It is what is taught to us in our formative years that defines us. Not the color of the skin we wear. I love Sowell. What an articulate thought inspiring speaker.

[@Alipotamus]

I have loved this brilliant man for decades! So tragic that too many people are just starting to discover this amazing man.

[@syx3s]

my uncle is canadian, but from st lucia. his entire career was in the canadian military, was a captain in the armour. very dark skin. very articulate in english. gets along just fine back in st lucia. speaking languages properly is an important skill.

[@BusterG0m3z]

I used to watch your channel all the time and fell off cause of work. Warms my heart to come back after 8 months and see you reacting to Thomas Sowell.

[@billc.5861]

Mr Sowell is such a brilliant man and speaker His books and speeches should be shared in classrooms across the country. Thanks for sharing this.

[@KA-wf6rg]

Really appreciate you sharing your perspective and personal experience my friend. We need so much more of this. Put aside all the anger, frustration, bewilderment I feel with the rollercoaster our country/society is on... underlying it all is just deep sadness. I think videos like this can do so much more than we realize.

[@TheDivayenta]

My dad came to this country from Nazi Germany in the 30’s. He couldn’t WAIT to run up to Harlem to see his lifelong heroes- Duke Ellington and Count Basie at The Savoy. POLO- you have a brilliant head on your shoulders in addition to common sense and a moral center. I’m a fan ❤

[@Rhondaandjames]

The one huge truth almost everybody misses is, its ALWAYS YOU. you cannot be oppressed if you refuse to submit to oppression. You are ultimately the one who decides how things in your environment affect you. You can choose to learn or remain ignorant. You can choose to submit to other peoples opinion of you or you can ignore them and move on. The trick is to be someone YOU are happy with, because YOU are the only person you absolutely have to live with. You are who you act like. All of your internal monologue is just YOU either deciding what your going to be or YOU making excuses why you aren't who you want to be.

[@alvarovargasbang-wutang8461]

6:18 Minute mark made me subscribe. Hit a thumbs and I left the comment before this but I am a true subscriber. I left another comment and I hope my mexican people can listen to me and I Will love to play your video to them. I feel the same way back in the day. I was like what's up. But I knew they were right because my christian parents turn that devil music off. I'm glad that you have extended your knowledge. Because just like me, it was hard to admit. I was wrong in certain things is.

[@charlesmcclure1436]

Thomas Sowell -- Love listening to his lectures, a Gentleman and a scholar. He sees people as people and not as just color. I grew up in Alaska and it was nice, but we had none of this other culture. There is beauty and so many things we can draw from by embracing the humanity and the culture of all the races.

[@mletrout7942]

As an undergraduate back in the eighties, I was fortunate enough to attend several of Thomas Sowell’s lectures. His analysis, opinions, and even his occasional mistakes have been a positive influence on my life for almost forty years now. I’m so glad you’re finding him and I hope you’ll dive deeper and perhaps bring some of your audience with you.

[@3BALL4]

Must have been nice to see him speak back then.

[@nancymunroe3672]

Thomas Sowell is a National Treasure for ALL RACES!!! You can't go wrong paying attention to what he has to say!!!

[@alansmith7626]

AMEN

[@Fusildechasse]

This 💯

[@rasheedjamal9091]

He's a lapdog for white people. Nothing more.

[@SkipFrontzJr]

Please google "Right Wing Entryism" ♥

[@justanotherdayinthelife9841]

You absolutely can go wrong listening to his sophomoric arguments. He is drastically inept in his social sciences and is a simp for conservative ideology.

[@epicmage82]

I also dropped out of high school back in the day. I worked fast food for many years. I've worked alongside SEVERAL people that have degrees and couldn't find any other job but fast food. Now they are in ridiculous debt with no real way of paying it off as their job just covers current living and not past bills. Especially of that size. People are much better off going to a trade school. They will even help you get a job afterwards, and you will make really good money. Especially now because so few people go that route anymore.

[@skydogfan4671]

My brother, thanks for sharing these videos of Thomas Sowell. A very brilliant man that I have a tremendous amount of respect for. I’ve learned a lot from him. I also enjoy and appreciate your comments. Take care!

[@dblev2019]

Good react from one of the greatest minds in America! If only we could get the people in D.C. to actually listen to him!

[@wendymcinnis5937]

omg, this was very interesting and educational. I like your channel~ I am learning a lot here. Thank you for using your platform to education us all.

[@epicmage82]

It's actually been amazing to see. I educated myself on these things years ago, but now people are earning money to be educated for a reaction channel. This has been a huge help for waking people up, and showing them reality. Many reaction channels from all different kinds of communities. It's important for everyone to be informed and to make their own decisions as an individual. Not as a member of a group, or class.

[@BBartelotti]

What he says about Harlem and other places in the 20’s and 30’s is also because of Bible teachings and morality was prevalent in the society.

[@msmichelle2196]

Exactly the obedience to Christ has went out the window because ppl think they are a god

[@lunarlia123]

Thank you for posting Thomas Sowell!

[@kathleenwarner1258]

Have been enjoying MANY of Your "Posts", can't believe I haven"t subscribed before. HOWEVER Here I AM...LOVING this post, TKU!

[@tonyajohnson8024]

Thank you for sharing this with us. These kind of views are needed more now than ever. We have so much being said that is not true, and and many people are buying into it. This country is in big trouble if we don't turn it around. Always enjoy your show. Please keep it coming.

[@MrLuigi42]

Thomas Sowell and the late Walter Williams are American treasures. And let's not forget Booker T. Washington.

[@epicmage82]

It doesn't even have to be money that can corrupt these "community leaders". Those roles come with power, and just the nature of power corrupts people.

[@RossSanchez3]

I know this video is about black culture, but a lot of this rings true in Hispanic culture. At least where I grew up. Intellectual growth was not encouraged. If you were smart, and gravitated toward academics, you were ridiculed.

[@KK-jo9yb]

First of all, Ive listened to your reaction videos on music. I’ve always enjoyed your perspective. Your soft spoken demeanor is attractive to begin with and you obviously have a good intellect. It just goes to show you that there are people with really good minds that don’t always have a formal education as you mentioned. I have always liked Thomas Sowell, He is definitely a man with an insightful mind and his historical knowledge on culture explains a lot that I was never aware of. I think much of the problem, probably almost all of it does revolve around culture and what it embraces. There are behaviors in all cultures that need to be discouraged, especially those that show contempt and disrespect for others. I’ve never had a problem with skin color, only behaviors, no matter what someone’s background happened to be. Thanks for reviewing this friend. When i hear guys like you, it gives me hope for humanity.👍🏻😊

[@bradsense7431]

Mr Sowell is brilliant and so insightful. I have learned much from him. I respect your search for truth and willingness to hear out unpopular opinions. From your comments I can tell you already think for yourself. When I was younger my liberal friends/family called me conservative. While my conservative friends/ family called me liberal. I was always just trying to find truth and common sense. I wanted to have things make sense. Party why I made bradSENSE! my handle. The more I searched out truth I found it was in conservative ideology. Today I consider myself Independent Constitutional Conservative. But when I hear people on my ideological side make misleading or untrue statements I call them out.

[@PaulMattoon-d2c]

Good logical comments on Thomas Sowell, who as an economist only is concerned with the facts, permits him to comment on social issues with clarity.

[@danschoemaker8990]

Thomas is a national treasure Polo!

[@forgetaboutit1069]

“Equip yourself with skills that someone is willing to pay you for”

[@jayak3768]

I am south Asian descent. I listen to him for clarity and general guidance.

[@josepheastman1719]

Tons of respect, Polo! Always liked your vids but this reveals you're way ahead of the curve.

[@gordonpromish9218]

on education: provided that the individual has the innate capacity and interest, and has been taught the fundamental skills of how to assess and learn, this is the greatest time in human history for the autodidact.

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

I’m glad you see through the horse shit…good stuff dude, God bless you and your family

[@soju69jinro]

Im korean and I totally agree. even for me, when I grew up, my parents told me not to associate myself with people with bad grades, they have a certain environment that just reinforces their behavior. same thing here, don't associate with certain culture/environment and stick with positive/successful environment which will significantly increase your chances of success. Just look at The fresh prince of belair, when the main character moved to Bel-Air, his chances of successful life improved significantly, Uncle Phil is the result, a lawyer/judge. You can't get to this achievement when you keep celebrating bad environment/culture. There was a huge push towards better education. Think before you act, not act then think later.

[@usmcdevildog6935]

I'm in my late-50s. I had the dishonor of being the first generation of black children who grew up absent of the father. The results were INSTANT disaster. 😪

[@anthonytesta344]

Outstanding man

[@glenncottrell2191]

As a 60 something white guy who is often cast as racist for the only reason of my skin color and age want to say this. Thank you for your open minded attitude as a young black man because it’s people like you that will change attitudes.Thomas Sowell is a treasure and history will prove him correct. My own opinion is that all the money in the world will not help the black condition, parents that are there for them as well as poor whites is the only answer. Charter schools and mentors can only break the chain

[@thomasparker8449]

he is very brilliant and genuine man. good reaction!

[@alclubb]

You are 100% on target with everything you say.

[@rodneysisco6364]

Sowell is brilliant and he speaks TRUTH as opposed to the usual bullshit which comes out of academia . Excellent points by you POLO also . Keep putting truth out there .

[@swanketees]

Thomas Sowell is one of the most intelligent men in this country on human sociological studies. He is also a huge historian about American History with an emphasis on black culture and history.