While there are plenty of close-minded conservatives, in contrast Milton Friedman was genuine, engaging, and patient with all interlocuters. There are hundreds of hours of video available showing how not only was he gracious and humble, he was an excellent listener as well.

But despite this track record of affable behavior, he's demonized. But he's demonized not because he was a polemic, but rather because he was effective. And that's the unfortunate reality of today's political discourse.

For those who don't know about Milton Friedman, I highly encourage you to watch one of the many Youtube videos where he's being interviewed (such as when he was interviewed on the Phil Donahue show). You can judge for yourself.