Statistical errors, faulty conclusions, misguided policy: reply to Weitzman

Article Abstract:

Lenore Weitzman used inaccurate estimates in her book, 'The Divorce Revolution,' in arriving at the conclusion that women and children end up economically disadvantaged after divorce. This erroneous findings resulted in distortion of arguments and discussions over no-fault divorce. She failed to inform the public that the data she had relied upon cannot be replicated because of problems with archive records.

Analysis, Laws, regulations and rules, Demographic aspects, Error analysis (Mathematics), Divorce, Divorced women, Error analysis, No-fault divorce, No fault divorce

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Income inequality and democratization: reply to Bollen and Jackman

Article Abstract:

The response covers the issues raised by Kenneth A. Bollen and Robert Jackman in "Income Inequality and Democratization Revisited: Comment on Muller." It provides a brief overview of the development of the hypothesis and points out severe flaws in the analysis made by Bollen and Jackman. These flaws invalidate the issues raised in their article as well as negate their own claims.

Political aspects, Developing countries, Democracy, Income distribution

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