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Libertarian paternalism

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The assumption that economist always make their choices that are in their best interest, is tested. The approach for libertarian paternalism is defended, that preserves freedom of choice but also authorizes private and public institutions to steer people in directions that will promote their welfare.

Author: Sunstein, Cass R., Thaler, Richard H.
Publisher: American Economic Association
Publication Name: American Economic Review
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0002-8282
Year: 2003
Welfare economics, Paternalism

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Design choices in privatized social security systems: learning from the Swedish experience

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The plans of George W. Bush to privatize social security systems with a mix of design choices are presented. The features and outcomes of privatized social security system in Sweden are analyzed.

Author: Thaler, Richard H., Cronqvist, Henrik
Publisher: American Economic Association
Publication Name: American Economic Review
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0002-8282
Year: 2004
Strategy & planning, Government domestic functions, Sweden, Planning, Social policy, Bush, George W., Privatization, Privatization (Business), Company business planning, Social security reform

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Individual preferences, monetary gambles, and the stock market participation: a case for narrow framing

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A study examines the decision making ability of individuals regarding performance of stock markets.

Author: Barberis, Nicholas, Huang, Ming, Thaler, Richard H.
Publisher: American Economic Association
Publication Name: American Economic Review
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0002-8282
Year: 2006
General services, Decision-making, Decision making, Company systems management, Information management, Stock markets, Stock market

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