Happy 80th birthday, Walter Williams

April 1, 2016

Renowned George Mason University economist Walter Williams marked his 80th birthday Thursday. In celebration, Carolina Journal Radio looks back to an interview conducted with Williams in February 2007. The topic: government’s proper role in society.

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