Walt Whitman Rostow
1916–2003 (age 87)
economist
Biography
Walt Whitman Rostow was an economist whose work on development policy shaped the understanding of economic growth in the postwar era. He brought intellectual rigor to his roles in academia and government, always engaging with the pressing issues of his time.
Even after public service, Rostow remained committed to discourse and education, believing thoughtful analysis could lead to better futures for nations everywhere.