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In the rubble of disasters, politicians find economic incentives

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  • Molly D. Castelazo
  • Thomas A. Garrett

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Natural disasters can be opportunities for politicians. In deciding who gets what aid, they weigh what they can get back in terms of political support, contributions and votes.

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  • Molly D. Castelazo & Thomas A. Garrett, 2003. "In the rubble of disasters, politicians find economic incentives," The Regional Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, issue Jul, pages 10-11.
    • Handle: RePEc:fip:fedlre:y:2003:i:jul:p:10-11
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    Public policy; Disaster relief;

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