Henry Hazlitt

Henry Hazlitt (1894-1993) was a distinguished American journalist, economist, and author, renowned for his contributions to economic thought and for advocating free-market principles. He served as an editorial writer for The Wall Street Journal, and as a columnist for Newsweek and The New York Times. Hazlitt's seminal work, "Economics in One Lesson," remains a vital introduction to economic theory, skillfully simplifying complex concepts for general audiences. A proponent of the Austrian School of economics, Hazlitt was highly influential in promoting individual liberty and laissez-faire capitalism. Through his accessible writings, he inspired generations to critically evaluate economic policy.