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A Positive Theory of Social Security Based on Reputation

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  • Jorge Soares

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  • Thomas F. Cooley & Jorge Soares, 1999. "A Positive Theory of Social Security Based on Reputation," Journal of Political Economy, University of Chicago Press, vol. 107(1), pages 135-160, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:ucp:jpolec:v:107:y:1999:i:1:p:135-160
    DOI: 10.1086/250053
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