Strengmann-Kuhn, Wolfgang - In: European Journal of Economics and Economic Policies: … 4 (2007) 1, pp. 175-194
Poverty rates of women are usually not or only slightly higher than those of men. Thus the statement "poverty is female" cannot be confirmed empirically. This is at least the case if the typical poverty measures are used. Nevertheless gender inequalities and low pay of women are a main source of...
