Leonard E. Read

Leonard E. Read was an American philosopher and economist. He was a prominent figure in the development of libertarian thought and was a key influence on the movement. Read was a strong advocate for individual rights and freedoms and was a vocal critic of government intervention in the economy. He was also a prolific writer and published numerous books and articles on philosophy, economics, and politics. Read was a key figure in the development of the Foundation for Economic Education and was a strong advocate for free market economics.