Rest in peace, Milton Friedman

Milton Friedman, one of the more brilliant economists of the 20th century, has died at the age of 94.

Nobel-winning economist Milton Friedman has died: reports

A very sad day for those who love individual freedom and care about free markets. Friedman was perhaps the most important advocate for free markets and one of the most important advocates for individual freedom of the 20th century. Friedman's advocacy for personal freedom is probably more important than his monterarist economics philosophy, per se. But monertarism was a vehicle for Friedman to advocate for as little interference of the government in markets as possible. His work around education markets is some of the finest I've seen and a very persuasive case for the cause of freedom in promoting education.

What I loved about Friedman is that he was convinced, rightly, that his right of conscience on almost any issue that mattered was more important than the government's right to resolve that matter of conscience for him. He was right about that. And it is what most endeared me to this very smart and decent man.

Thank you for your contributions, Dr. Friedman.

Love,
Ben