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On Analyzing Earnings Inequality in Segmented Labor Markets

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  • LAWRENCE E. RAFFALOVICH

    (University of Texas at Austin)

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In this article, I describe a methodology for analyzing the earnings distribution in segmented labor markets. I model earnings inequality as a function of labor market structure, then model change in the distribution of earnings between and within labor markets as a function of aggregate economic performance. Finally, I derive statistical models that can be estimated with existing data on earnings and employment. I conclude by discussing the relevance of this methodology for adjudicating theoretical issues in the political economy of inequality.

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  • Lawrence E. Raffalovich, 1988. "On Analyzing Earnings Inequality in Segmented Labor Markets," Sociological Methods & Research, , vol. 16(3), pages 339-378, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:somere:v:16:y:1988:i:3:p:339-378
    DOI: 10.1177/0049124188016003001
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