The Great Gender Divergence

The Great Gender Divergence

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How Daron Acemoglu Sees the World
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Alice Evans
Oct 24, 2023
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How Daron Acemoglu Sees the World
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Daron Acemoglu’s theories have changed substantially over the past decade. Institutions have always been central, but their fortifications have changed. Let me illustrate by discussing three of his books:

  • Why Nations Fail (interests)

  • The Narrow Corridor (solidarity and expectations)

  • Power and Progress (reverence of authorities, unquestioned acceptance).

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