Walter E. Williams, Free Market Scholar and Iconoclast, RIP

[@WickedPissahVideos]

This is sad news indeed. A brilliant thinker, a great American.

[@AkivaGreen]

Oh my goodness. Thank you Reason for covering him and doing this Tribute. I would not have learned of his sad passing till now. Walter is among the few black intellectuals who are great inspirations to me, may he rest in peace.

[@goukeban6197]

I'm honestly angry that I only got to know of his passing now. Modern media is unworthy.

[@watchdealer11]

George Mason is one of the few islands of logic in a sea of insanity. RIP, Walter E Williams.

[@r.jennings5228]

R.I.P. Dr. Williams. A fighter for freedom and individual rights. And soldier against statism.

[@AnglicanFish]

This was my girlfriends greatest gateway to the libertarian movement, she was a Cuban American Castro defender and this man brought the woman that I love today

[@oldegrunt5735]

wow that sounds like an oxymoron, you know Cuban American Castro defender!

[@AnglicanFish]

@@oldegrunt5735 she denied the idea that Castro was bad, and blamed America after her family escaped for the evils of Cuba

[@oldegrunt5735]

@@AnglicanFish whoooa! Glad she finally woke up...

[@ActuarialNinja]

"Liberty is the rare state of affairs in mankind's history. Arbitrary abuse and control by others is the standard dish, even now." -Walter E Williams. That one hit like a ton of bricks.

[@jingles123456789ify]

Man got to take a college course taught by Milton Friedman? So incredibly lucky. RIP

[@nunyabizanyway4370]

Thomas Sowell had Milton Friedman as well. Thomas Sowell turned 90 yrs old on June 30, 2020, another great mind that more people should know?

[@josephstalin7389]

Let's hope sowell see a 100

[@goukeban6197]

It breaks my heart to think he may soon not be with us.

[@qb4428]

This was a good eulogy. Not like that John McCain crap. Walter Williams was an absolute baller.

[@MRCKify]

Well, Welch had written a book on him. It made sense to pluck parts of it into an obit for a guy who, for all the reasons to be angry at his thinking, was an influential guy.

[@robelkaltiso5895]

R.I.P Dr. Williams you will be missed tremendously!

[@brandontep1011]

A little bit of him lives on in all of us. May the Universe guide his soul to a better place

[@oldegrunt5735]

An intelligent and publicly brave man who stood on principle...not many today would dare to be such

[@ralphl6153]

"Prior to capitalism, the way people amassed great wealth was by looting, plundering and enslaving their fellow man. Capitalism made it possible to become wealthy by serving your fellow man." Walter E. Williams Along with Milton Friedman and Thomas Sowell he was one of my 3 favorite economists. RIP

[@RocketmanRockyMatrix]

RIP Economist Walter E Williams

[@Reathety]

A truly amazing human being!

[@SkylerJCollins]

One of my intellectual fathers. Will be missed, and I am glad to have known and learned from him.

[@NoName-et6wk]

One of the few men in our time that did his thinking before he did his speaking.Political incorrect but intellectually correct,he was a great man that will be missed.

[@JB-ot9hi]

R.I.P. Mr Walter Williams! Scholar and a Gentleman...

[@CurtHowland]

Anyone who hasn't seen "Suffer No Fools", do so.

[@eyeje19]

Important to own all of his writings

[@shermanngjazz]

How come I never heard of this guy? RIP

[@kkampy4052]

Because he casts shadows on most of the mainstream media and politicians view and positions on economic issues.

[@carrcorp2]

Because most Americans can’t handle the truth that mr Williams represented

[@Smartychase]

Because he didn't have a victim mentality that is expected from the left of black people to give them a platform

[@RocketmanRockyMatrix]

@@carrcorp2 Dr Williams. He is a PHD who taught Economics at George Mason University.

[@DanielTorie]

It’s a tragedy that you and other Americans didn’t know him. A brilliant man that crushes narratives on the left. His life experience led him down a path to find his own truths. This man believed in capitalism and freedom.

[@KS-1248]

RIP Walter Williams -with great appreciation.

[@tbaerg]

Beautiful tribute, thank you for making it available.

[@kjemma]

Walter Williams had a great influence on how I ended up analyzing the world around me. Like Williams I find that free speech and freedom of association is the first casualities when SJW are let loose. People comes in all shapes and colors. Those who discriminate based on outside appearance only, will actually come out behind the curve because of it. They will more than likely miss out on great friends, good coworkers, good neighbors, tennants, employees, business-opportunities, possible life partners. The list is endless. And somebody more tolerant and openminded will get access to that pool of good people instead. So why punish the bigot who willingly put himself at a disadvantage based on predujice, hate and narrowmindedness? It doesnt make sense. It shouldnt be against the law to make stupid decisions. The right to choose even the wrong path is freedom. In other instances it isnt about right and wrong, it just is. Why do for example americans think that asians, jews, blacks, whites and latinos mostly like to live close to each other? Because they hate and distrust everybody else? Nope. They just find it more comfortable to be around their own. What is wrong with that? Nothing. Except when whites do it. Then, and only then it becomes a problem. A white employer with over 50 people on the payroll having only white workers in a diverse place is wide open for a lawsuit. A latino employing only Pepes and Marias on the other hand, is a "pillar in the community". The dishonesty is eye-watering. Live and let live, folks! Stop whining and stop pretend to be a victim.

[@ThePocketbass]

RIP Walter. Will miss you. It was a wonderdul dream while it lasted. Black folk, Native Americans think what's coming will help them, but it will further enslave them and this time, I do fear, for good. No government can "empower" anyone. It's a contradiction in terms. Once again, RIP my friend. You've been a beacon of light in a post-truth world.

[@Phier554]

I first listened to him on limbaugh many years ago. You will be missed.

[@stevewood1090]

In 2001 I noticed I typo in Walter's Bio at GMU online site. As I read his column for years growing up, I tried to find a tactful way to call it to his attention. I decided to call his office and blame it on one of his TA or something. He was so kind and witty accepting responsibility. He invited me to lunch later in the week and I have say, I will forever remember that meal and his wisdom. RIP you wise, kind and funny guy.

[@TasmanianDevil1]

RIP a great economic thinker.

[@thewing331]

Oh wow I did not know that he passed away. What an amazing speaker and modest individualist.

[@Penname25]

RIP. You will be missed

[@chetp8423]

Who is our new champion to repair this loss? RIP to a great man.

[@timsimmons7916]

We need him now more than ever!

[@sladetuner8661]

Mr.Williams also wrote the forward to the 2002 book the real Lincoln

[@McTagh1]

I first heard about him when he was a guest host on the Rush Limbaugh radio show. I fell in love with his thought processes. So sad to hear he has passed. I am so glad people had the chance to appreciate such a Great man.

[@TIm_Bugge]

Walter Williams sparked an interest in me for economics and nuanced thinking that has served me and my family very well over the last few decades.

[@Ziffel22]

Unfortunately, he passed away just when we need him most.

[@cmonster67]

This man and his work should have been promoted more.

[@mplonewolf11]

What? Oh shit!!! No!!!!! Damn, the end is near. A true legend is gone. 😢

[@rottdogg8926]

We lost a great man and a great American.

[@mikecoffee7548]

His wit, wisdom and humor are unparalleled!

[@bobkaiser8782]

Dr. Williams' writing inspired me to challenge my own beliefs. Though I never met or corresponded with him, I am eternally grateful to him. I will miss his insight. He is irreplacable. RIP.

[@wallymcallister5831]

May God bless you Walter Williams and may your happiness be great in getting together with your wife. Your writings provided me with much joy and knowledge.

[@brutustantheiii8477]

Rest In Peace. Him and Thomas Sowell was introduced to mer when my beliefs were still shaky, on Prager U

[@jred7]

God Bless him, his family, and his legacy!

[@smitmick]

How sad, RIP Walter.. I hope your words will keep inspiring people.

[@7duke77]

He was a great man of incredible intelligence. He will truly be missed but his legacy will live on, hopefully for 100s of years to come!

[@32rgwilliams]

He was a genuine man

[@verycoolguy3457]

RIP You'll be remembered and missed.

[@aguyfromnothere]

Freedom of association is no longer seriously considered a right.

[@raulc.]

Great video. Thank you.

[@tomcampbell4414]

Man I’m bummed- great fella

[@ChrisMeisenzahl]

A hero and absolute legend.

[@caloyster]

A true free thinker and free market icon. Rest In Peace good sir.

[@Crustymarine]

Very sad news. God bless him. He issued his Proclamation of Amnesty and Pardon for all Persons of European Dissent. I still have mine and will treasure it all my days. Do a WEB SERCH for it and print it out one before "they" revoke it.

[@carrcorp2]

You will not be forgotten RIP legend!

[@rickhattersley2801]

Great as a stand in for Rush. Liberty lost one of it fiercest warriors.

[@thefakenewsnetwork8072]

Man what a true legend

[@silverado7253]

God bless you sir.

[@JuanJimenez-pt3dn]

I miss him dearly.

[@MrDanielfff777]

Great man

[@juanfelipe8484]

What’s sad is that young black people will be told to look at George Floyd and not Walter Williams

[@drillano4845]

RIP

[@moderatesunited]

RIP. I remember his old videos challenging popular journalist nonsense on basic economics. Sad news.

[@carnakthemagnificent336]

On Rush's show, Walter said it was a big mistake to disobey his mother in the summertime in Philadelphia. All the windows in the home would be open, and all your friends would hear your mother giving you a whuppin'! Man, I miss him.

[@unpopularmoviereviews3622]

I wish we had him for ten more years

[@Matthew-gz4oh]

A intellectual giant, and sorry he is gone. We need him more then ever..

[@libertarianrevolution7026]

Walter Williams was a great man. Rest in Peace.

[@Macheako]

🙏 Rest In Peace

[@tadpole256]

Oh no! So sad!

[@djpage7]

The world is a lesser place without Williams.

[@lucasjelif]

We miss you, Lex

[@triathl33t]

Wish I could hit "like" on this twice

[@freesk8]

He may not have called himself a Libertarian, but I am a hardcore Libertarian, and Walter Williams is one of my heroes. Ayn Rand was one of my heroes as well, and she also did not call herself a Libertarian. I guess I would say, that either I am not a Libertarian, or WW and AR were not. I'm just going to call all three of us libertarians.

[@jeremyogrizovich3247]

“I do my own thing”= Libertarian

[@deansacca781]

One of my heroes

[@SabbathSOG]

Can somebody please make a movie about this guy?

[@johnosterhoudt]

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[@HillofNeedles]

Anyone who thumbs down this should be ashamed of themselves!

[@rodrigopereira3449]

May you Rest In Peace Dear Sir

[@reasonablespeculation3893]

The masses have forgotten the fragility of Liberty and personal Choice, and have become remiss in their diligence to maintain such...... The default situation for humanity is abuse and disenfranchisement of those who do not conform and capitulate.

[@matthewperry5121]

Great thinker RIP

[@saiamitchaddha5525]

God is Great, May God Rest his soul and bless his family

[@egibs3565]

It's a shame that black people don't know who this man was 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@kingofthorns203]

Rest in Peace, Walter

[@JDVmusicSound]

RIP.

[@stefanutoluiz]

A legend

[@lightningapemusic1449]

Rest in peace young God

[@overtblowfish4439]

When you just do your own thing you will be either apolitical or libertarian

[@lightningapemusic1449]

Legend

[@DrR1pper]

RIP Walter!

[@1425363878]

Now he's with Milton.

[@chrissnyder2091]

RIP to a giant and a personal insperation....

[@gaatsuguts4447]

RIP Dr Wiliams

[@grandmasterphill]

R.I.P.

[@MirzaAhmed89]

Rest in peace.

[@sladetuner8661]

RIP Walter E Williams March 31 1936-December 2 2020 USA ret 1959-1961

[@Yellowgary]

Holy fuck this is tragic news. Let’s hope sowell can outlive Walter for many more years.

[@thenewmayorofcrazytown7392]

Rip? Oh no,

[@r5LgxTbQ]

lol do a search on ReasonTV's videos for "Walter Williams", you have one video on him from 9 years ago, which was the interview

[@saiamitchaddha5525]

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[@James-ut4fb]

Don't worry, guys. The 6 dislikes are from Australians.