Publication Date
2007
Publication Title
Public Law & Legal Theory
Abstract
This brief chapter surveys some of the economic literature concerning the instrumental costs of material inequality. Economic theory predicts, and econometric evidence finds, that inequality increases crime and political corruption and, in certain circumstances, constrains growth.
Number
189
Recommended Citation
Richard H. McAdams, "Economic Costs of Inequality" (University of Chicago Public Law & Legal Theory Working Paper No. 189, 2007).
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