ECON652

Public Economics I

Prerequisite: ECON604 and ECON624. The characteristics and effects of government programs whose role is redistribution and social insurance are considered. Examples include cash welfare assistance, unemployment insurance, and Social Security. The focus is on U.S. programs, though other countries may be considered. Both theories of program design and empirical research on program effects will be covered. Topics in empirical methodology generally will also be stressed.

Fall 2023

Daniel Reck

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Lesley Turner

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Lucas Goodman

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