In brief... The lasting impact of epidemics

Jeremiah Dittmar and Ralph R. Meisenzahl

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Abstract: What can we learn about the potential effects of Covid-19 by looking at plagues of the past? According to Jeremiah Dittmar and Ralf Meisenzahl, history suggests that experiences of severe suffering can lead populations to reject poorly performing ruling elites and generate more inclusive social arrangements.

Keywords: covid-19; plagues; economic history (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020-11-02
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