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“A lot of people say that India has been held back by its democracy. But lets remember that, despite being a poor country, Indias democracy meant that its government never let millions of people starve.”

Quote by Alex Tabarrok

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Alex Tabarrok is a prominent economist born in 1966. He is known for his extensive research in the field of economics, particularly in innovation, economic growth, and digital currencies. Professor Tabarrok holds a position at the University of Arizona and is the editor of the Marginal Revolution journal. His research has had a significant impact on economic theory and practice. more

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