Summary Of Pass The Books Hold The Oil By Thomas Friedman

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Summary of “Friedman: Pass the books, hold the oil.” Thomas Friedman, author in the Longview News-Journal, begins his article by telling his readers his favorite country, other than his own, is Taiwan. He explains how Taiwan has no natural resources, yet it is among the most wealthy in the world. Why, the readers might ask? It is because Taiwan focuses on their people skills and education. And, as a result, they thrive in “[what is turning] out to be the most valuable and only truly renewable resource in the world today.” Friedman’s article goes on to describe studies based on the relationship between resources and wealth, and if there is a connecting link from academic performance to resources and wealth. Based on intricate study, and