William Graham Sumner

William Graham Sumner (1840-1910) was an American sociologist and professor at Yale University. Known for his work in sociology and political science, Sumner's research focused on social Darwinism and the study of folkways. He was a proponent of idividualism and free markets, advocating for limited government intervention in social and economic affairs. Sumner's contributions to sociology have had a lasting impact on the field, shaping discussions on cultural norms and societal structures.