Showing papers by "Gary S. Becker published in 1983"
TL;DR: In this article, the authors present a theory of competition among pressure groups for political influence, based on the efficiency of each group in producing pressure, the effect of additional pressure on their influence, the number of persons in different groups, and the deadweight cost of taxes and subsidies.
Abstract: This paper presents a theory of competition among pressure groups for political influence. Political equilibrium depends on the efficiency of each group in producing pressure, the effect of additional pressure on their influence, the number of persons in different groups, and the deadweight cost of taxes and subsidies. An increase in deadweight costs discourages pressure by subsidized groups and encourages pressure by taxpayers. This analysis unifies the view that governments correct market failures with the view that they favor the politically powerful: both are produced by the competition for political favors.
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TL;DR: A Treatise on the Family Gary S. Becker One of the world's most creative economists applies economic reasoning to the family as mentioned in this paper, which is destined to affect the foundations of every science dealing with human behavior.
Abstract: A Treatise on the Family Gary S. Becker One of the world's most creative economists applies economic reasoning to the family. \"This truly path-breaking book... is destined to affect the foundations of every science dealing with human behavior.\" $20.00 -Milton Friedman Regulation in Perspective Historical Essays Thomas K. McCraw, Editor Leading scholars of business-government relations reassess the American regulatory experience. Division of Research, Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration $14.95 Collected Essays on Economic Theory Volume 1: Wealth and Welfare John Hicks The first of three volumes by Nobel Laureate SirJohn Hicks, this work is a cornerstone of modern consumer theory. $29.50 The Telecommunications Industry The Dynamics of Market Structure Gerald W. Brock \"A stunning piece of work.\"-Richard E. Caves Brock's study of the evolving structure of the industry focuses on A.T. & T's position and strategy for maximizing its long-run profit and security. Harvard Economic Studies, 151 $25.00
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