Happy Milton Friedman Day, everyone!
Dr. Milton Friedman was perhaps the most influential economist of the 20th Century, and the impact of his ideas will extend far into the future. To honor the man, January 29th is declared as Milton Friedman Day – a celebration of the economist’s positive impact on American life and business, and the spread of the benefits of free markets to nations around the globe.
Milton Friedman Day will include a host of activities, including a “Day of National Debate” at universities across the country, a live online discussion on The Economist’s Free Exchange blog, and the premiere of the PBS special, “The Power of Choice: The Life and Ideas of Milton Friedman” (check local listings), among other events.
Here are just a few of the things going on today in Milton's memory:
In honor of Milton Friedman, January 29, 2007 has been declared as Milton Friedman Day. Many educational institutions, think tanks, and individuals are taking part in various activities:
PBS premieres The Power of Choice, a biography of Milton Friedman, on January 29.
Free to Choose is being streamed online, 24/7, at no charge to the viewer thanks to www.ideachannel.tv
izzit.org is sponsoring a "Challenge the Status Quo" video contest on YouTube in honor of Milton Friedman. Everyone is invited to participate.
To get involved, go to www.miltonfriedmanday.org
See many more events going on today in memory of this great man.
P.S. -- Arnold Kling pays his respects.
(HT Greg Mankiw)
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