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Religion and economic welfare: An empirical analysis of state per capita income

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  • Heath, W. C.
  • Waters, M. S.
  • Watson, J. K.

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  • Heath, W. C. & Waters, M. S. & Watson, J. K., 1995. "Religion and economic welfare: An empirical analysis of state per capita income," Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, Elsevier, vol. 27(1), pages 129-142, June.
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