Campaign for Liberty Chairman Ron Paul issued
the following statement regarding the passing
of noted libertarian economist Walter Williams:
“With the passing of Walter Williams, the
liberty movement has lost one of its sharpest,
brightest, and wittiest advocates. Through his
work as a professor, author, columnist,
speaker, and guest host for Rush Limbaugh,
Walter educated millions of Americans in free-
market economics. He also gave those already
converted to the cause of liberty invaluable
intellectual ammunition for our battle against
the statists.
“Walter was also a good friend of mine who
participated in several events I sponsored on
Capitol Hill. While many speakers pull their
punches when addressing a room full of
representatives, Walter delivered the same no-
holds-barred message in the same no-holds-
barred style he delivered to his students, his
readers, and the audience for all of his
speeches and media appearances.
“Walter’s use of humor to present the liberty
message in an appealing way without watering
it down provides an example for all would be
libertarian communicators. All of us who love
liberty should be grateful for the example
Walter set and the legacy he leaves behind.”
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