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“If there is one number to which the rights of millions will be happily sacrificed, it is the national GDP growth rate.”

Quote by William Easterly

Book:A The Tyranny of Experts: How the Fight Against Global Poverty Suppressed Individual Rights

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A The Tyranny of Experts: How the Fight Against Global Poverty Suppressed Individual Rights

A The Tyranny of Experts delves into the complexities of international aid and development policies, analyzing how these initiatives might inadvertently undermine the autonomy and rights of individuals in impoverished regions. The book scrutinizes the balance between economic progress and the preservation of human rights, offering a critical perspective on the strategies employed in the fight against global poverty. more

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William Easterly

William Easterly is a renowned economist born on September 7, 1957. His research focuses on the field of development economics, particularly on the study of economic growth in developing countries. Easterly is known for his critical analysis of aid and development policies. more

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