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Ayn Rand on Finding Intellectuals

In this letter to Leonard Read, Ayn Rand expresses her views on what an intellectual is and how important it is for organizations like FEE to recruit and promote them. [Disclaimer: The content of this letter does not necessarily reflect the opinions of FEE's staff, supporters or associates.]

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