[Sam the Sham]

Sowell wrote a very good piece on the subject, and his analysis tends to be very rational and sober, unlike folks like Norquist and Weyrich, who have their own power bases and interests.

People with no power bases, like Sowell and Williams, must sing for their supper and suck up to the boss for whatever scraps he deigns to throw.

[dirtboy]

People with no power bases, like Sowell and Williams, must sing for their supper

Sowell doesn't have to look to anyone to make contributions to his cause. His intellect alone is enough to ensure a decent living.