Rose Friedman was an influential American economist known for her work in the field of public policy and economics. Born on December 12, 1910, she was a prominent advocate for free-market principles and co-authored several important works with her husband, Milton Friedman, a Nobel Prize-winning economist. Together, they contributed significantly to the understanding of economic theories and policies. Throughout her career, Rose Friedman focused on issues such as education, welfare, and the role of government in the economy. She was a founding member of the Cato Institute, a think tank that promotes libertarian principles. Her research and writings have had a lasting impact on economic thought and policy discussions.