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War, peace, and the size of countries

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A study using an econometric model to analyze the effect of international conflict on the size distribution of countries is presented. The effect of cost of conflict and war on size distribution of countries is examined. The study also analyzes the effect of international laws and property rights which may result in further split of the country and more local conflicts.

Author: Alesina, Alberto, Spolaore, Enrico
Publisher: Elsevier B.V.
Publication Name: The Journal of Public Economics
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0047-2727
Year: 2005
International politics, Usage, Economic aspects, International relations, Growth, Secession, Company growth, Econometric models, Countries

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Preferences for redistribution in the land of opportunities

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The individual preferences for redistribution and its impact on future income aspects for individuals are examined. An individualEs belief in the ability of the American society to provide equal opportunities reduces the preference for redistribution.

Author: Alesina, Alberto, Ferrara, Eliana La
Publisher: Elsevier B.V.
Publication Name: The Journal of Public Economics
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0047-2727
Year: 2005
Income Distribution, Personal income

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Inequality and happiness: are Europeans and Americans different?

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The influence of inequality in society on individual's utility or happiness is examined in the context of the United States and Europe.

Author: Alesina, Alberto, Tella, Rafael Di, MacCulloch, Robert
Publisher: Elsevier B.V.
Publication Name: The Journal of Public Economics
Subject: Government
ISSN: 0047-2727
Year: 2004
Europe, Influence, Surveys, Happiness, Equality

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