Corruption, Decentralization and Yardstick Competition
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Date
2005-03-01
Authors
Ellis, Christopher J.
Dincer, Oguzhan C., 1969-
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Publisher
University of Oregon, Dept of Economics
Abstract
Several empirical studies have found a negative relationship between corruption and the decentralization of the powers to tax and spend. In this paper we explain this phenomenon using a model of Yardstick Competition. Further, using data on government corruption in US states, we provide some new evidence that supports the theoretical findings.
Description
16 p.
Keywords
Corruption, Decentralization, Yardstick competition