The Policy Consequences of Political Corruption : Evidence from State Environmental Programs

作者: Neal D. Woods

DOI: 10.1111/J.1540-6237.2008.00531.X

关键词: Impact assessmentPolitical corruptionOrdinary least squaresEnvironmentalismState (polity)Development economicsEconomic systemEconomicsPublic policyEnvironmental policyCorruption

摘要: Objective. This study assesses the effect of political corruption on state environmental policy. Method. OLS regression analyses are used to determine if affects strength programs. Results. The results suggest that serves systematically weaken programs. is similar in magnitude conventional explanations program strength, such as public environmentalism and wealth. Its impact particularly pronounced states with strong organized manufacturing interests. Conclusion. Political may bias substance policy.

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