We introduce a model of two-sided statistical discrimination in which worker and firm beliefs are complementary. Firms … both empirical analysis designed to detect discrimination and policy meant to alleviate it. Affirmative action is much less … effective than in traditional statistical discrimination models. More generally, we demonstrate the futility of one …

Anti-discrimination policies play an important role in public discussions. However, identifying discriminatory … practices in the labor market is not an easy task. Correspondence testing provides a credible way to reveal discrimination in …

Discrimination is a complex, multi-factor phenomenon. Evidence shows widespread discrimination on various grounds … a woman. Combating discrimination requires combining the strengths of a range of anti-discrimination policies while also … addressing their weaknesses. In particular, policymakers should thoroughly address prejudice (taste-based discrimination …