[abb]

There is no precise equivalent.

Like Reagan, Friedman had that cheerful optimism, that faith in the Free Markets and the American people that hasn’t been duplicated since.

I had the good fortune to meet him once, in 1981 at a reception during the week of Reagan’s inaugural. Got my picture taken with him, and he autographed “Free to Choose” for me.

[PoloSec]

Quite an honor...Congrats!

[Vigilanteman]

I once attended a university graduation where I didn't know anyone in the graduating class just because he was the commencement speaker.

He was awesome.

I'd say Dr. Thomas Sowell is the nearest equivalent we have today.