Thomas Sowell’s book, The Quest for Cosmic Justice, explains how, in an effort to accomplish equal outcomes, society actually makes things less equal by taking away opportunities and freedoms. The resulting policies end up being detrimental to a bigger portion of society than they benefit.
While I wouldn’t call this book an easy read, it is a necessary one. It is easy to look at one side of an issue and determine what we believe is the best course of action. But we should always count the cost—the cost to people, the cost to culture, and the cost to future generations.
Sowell uses extensive research, citing present and past policies and their ramifications, to prove his arguments. He demonstrates not only how the policies created for “the greater good” can be harmful, but also how they affect a society’s global standing. While his book is academic in nature (he is an economist, after all), it is not difficult to understand as he provides background information and explains the situations well.
If you are looking to make an informed decision about your position on the social justice movement among other ideologies, this is a great resource. Are you willing to count the cost?
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