Reflections of a Political Economist Selected Articles on Government Policies and Political Processes |
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| Author:
| Niskanen, William A. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-933995-95-3 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2008 |
| Publisher: | Cato Institute
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $9.99 |
Book Description:
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This retrospective by acclaimed economist William A. Niskanen examines a wide variety of key public policies and politically controversial issues, including those pertaining to trade, unemployment, election law, and the economics of war and peace. Niskanen applies sharply focused economic perspectives to each topic, illustrating how the use of economic incentives significantly aids the creation of solid, successful polices.
This retrospective by acclaimed economist William A. Niskanen examines a wide variety of key public policies and politically controversial issues, including those pertaining to trade, unemployment, election law, and the economics of war and peace. Niskanen applies sharply focused economic perspectives to each topic, illustrating how the use of economic incentives significantly aids the creation of solid, successful polices.