My thesis is centered on the macroeconomic causes and consequences of income inequality. The first two essays develop theoretical frameworks to analyze the impact of income inequality on technical change and long-term economic growth. These essays sprung from the very fruitful collaboration with...

"Regulation is purportedly enacted to serve specific social purposes. In reality, however, it follows a more complex political economy process, where legitimate social goals are mixed with the objectives of particular interest groups. Whatever its justification and objectives, regulation can...