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Russell W. Shurts's avatar

With this and everything that is going on in Austin it feels like the good guys are finally gaining a foothold in the American culture. Congratulations, and WELL DONE for all you have accomplished so far!

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks, Russell.

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Allen Gilmer's avatar

That is FANTASTIC news. Please let the Snow family know that their beneficence at Clemson is appreciated here in Texas and elsewhere where liberty is still valued. My second career has been in feature films. Whereas it IS as lefty as they say, the number of people who take me aside and say they share my values, but "don't let the others know" is significant and growing. Appreciate what you do because you make it easy to transfer ideas better than I ever could!

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks, Allen.

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Daniel Melgar's avatar

Congratulations! Your works have always given me hope but this is truly inspiring.

PS I wish I were a younger man at the beginning of my educational journey. I would definitely hope to gain admission in your program.

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks, Daniel.

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D. J. Atkinson's avatar

Myself, as well. Unfortunately, I lacked the maturity and foresight at that age, and no such program in America came even close to this!!

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Jim Brown's avatar

Brad, this is epic. Deepest congratulations to you and Clemson! Knowing your dedication to scholarship and positive values, this feels like the moral victory of a lifetime. Thanks for all you are doing. This feels like a culture-changing event. Wow.

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Many thanks for all your support, Jim. It's a moral victory for all people who want to live in a free society. This is not the end of the journey but just the beginning.

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D. J. Atkinson's avatar

Brad, I've loved your writing, not to mention your hard work, and I'm delighted to see that this is 'just the beginning'!!

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Travis's avatar

Congratulations! I am glad to see such a great advancement. I'll be here in my own small way supporting and advocating for Capitalism.

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Many thanks, Travis.

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I’m A Nobody, Cogito, Ergo Sum's avatar

Congratulations to you, Clemson, and all connected to the school, as well as a hats off to the Snow family for their generosity.

Up hill battle for education, but with programs like yours, the Mises Institute at Auburn, Claremont Institute, Hillsdale and The university at Austin there is hope.

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks. To restore a free society will require the efforts of all of us.

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Doug Mayfield's avatar

Congratulations. Well done. And thank you for your hard work/posts.

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks, Doug. Much appreciated.

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Kevin R. Kosar's avatar

Wonderful!!

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks, Kevin.

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Carrie-Ann Biondi's avatar

Many congratulations, Brad!! This is wonderful news.

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks, Carrie-Ann.

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Dan Klein's avatar

Awesome news, Brad!

Congratulations!

And: Way to go!!

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks, Dan.

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Rick d.'s avatar

Fantastic news and well deserved! Now about that American Constitutional Mind book...

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Thanks, Rick. Oh, right, the book! It's . . . coming!

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Derrick Allen Dalton's avatar

Congratulations! This is great to news for both you and the Cause!

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Many thanks, Derrick. Let's gett'er done.

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Edwin Leap's avatar

Brad, I'm so happy for you and proud to know you. What an incredible impact you have made, and will continue to make, with this wonderful gift! Keep up the great work my friend.

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Many thanks, Edwin. You kind words mean a lot to me, and I'm deeply appreciative.

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English Champion's avatar

As someone who teaches and writes on the links between literature and capitalism, I appreciate your mission, which is much needed today, to help new students to your campus and beyond learn about the free market. Well done!

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Many thanks!

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The Reason We Learn's avatar

Tears of joy, truly. This is the best news!!! The Snows have the thanks of this grateful patriot!

Brad, I hope you can take a moment to pat yourself on the back for marrying the right woman, and living up to her (accurate) assessment of your character!

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C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

Many thanks for your beautiful and touching words, Deb. Much appreciated.

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Corwin Slack's avatar

Congratulations but tutee for pupil?

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