Many governments operate consumer debt relief programs, often timed to match the election cycle, but their political … large debt relief program enacted in the Republic of Georgia that, similar to USA, affected every sixth voter. We estimate … that the program helped the incumbent candidate win that election, and that its effects persisted. Overall, we show how …

electoral candidates and election of politicians. Using unique data that combine population registers and election statistics … from local government elections in Finland with tests of cognitive and non-cognitive ability of men administered by the …

following questions: How important were the lead candidates in the election campaign? Which issues were most important for …