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Mancur Olson

(1932–1998) Economist United States

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Mancur Olson was an economist from the United States, best known for The logic of collective action.

Quick Facts About Mancur Olson

Born
January 22, 1932
Died
February 19, 1998
Nationality
United States
Profession
Economist
Notable works
The logic of collective action

About Mancur Olson

Mancur Lloyd Olson Jr. was an American economist and political scientist who taught at the University of Maryland, College Park. His most influential contributions were to new institutional economics, and focused on the role played by private property, taxation, public goods, collective action, and contract rights in economic development.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Rhodes Scholarship

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