Let's make this birthday one to remember.

94 years old (Born on June 30, 1930)

Happy Birthday, Thomas Sowell! If age were a market economy, you'd definitely be showing booming returns on wisdom and wit. From insightful analyses of economics to razor-sharp critiques on culture, you've proven time and again that common sense isn't so common—thank goodness we've got you.

Between your numerous literary awards—including the prestigious National Humanities Medal—and countless thought-provoking columns, we can't help but suspect you're secretly controlling supply-and-demand curves while sipping coffee in pajamas. May this year bring even more brilliant insights and humor-filled commentaries—we promise we're taking notes (but no pop quizzes today!). Cheers!