Naomi Klein and the Anti-Globalization Movement

Paul Segerstrom

No 4141, CEPR Discussion Papers from C.E.P.R. Discussion Papers

Abstract: How should economists be responding to the arguments made by anti-globalization activists? This Paper examines the writings of Naomi Klein, one of the leaders in the anti-globalization movement. The contents of her influential book No Logo are summarized and some problems with her analysis of globalization are discussed. Among the topics covered are the facts about poverty and income inequality, the facts about trade liberalization and economic growth, the experience of Mexico following trade liberalization, and the implication of protest rallies for farmers in developing countries.

Keywords: Anti-globalization; Free trade; Economic growth; Income inequality (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: F00 F10 O10 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2003-12
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