Scott Nearing
American economist, pacifist, and homesteader (1883–1983) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Scott Nearing (August 6, 1883 – August 24, 1983) was an American radical economist, educator, writer, political activist, pacifist, vegetarian and advocate of simple living.
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Born | (1883-08-06)August 6, 1883 Morris Run, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | August 24, 1983(1983-08-24) (aged 100) Harborside, Maine, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Education | PhD in Economics (1909) |
Alma mater | University of Pennsylvania |
Occupation(s) | radical economist, educator, and writer |
Years active | 1905–1982 |
Known for | political activist, author, and advocate of simple living |
Movement | Socialism, Communism |
Spouse(s) | Nellie Marguerite Seeds Nearing; Helen Nearing |
Children | 2, including John Scott |
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