Only empirical work - analysis based on observation and exp… - Harvey S. Rosen

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Only empirical work - analysis based on observation and experience as opposed to theory - can answer the question of how labor force behavior is affected by changes in the tax system. Even intense armchair speculation on this matter must be regarded with considerable skepticism.

Harvey S. Rosen

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About Harvey S. Rosen

Harvey S. Rosen (born 29 March 1949, Chicago) is the John L. Weinberg Professor of Economics and Business Policy at Princeton University. His research focuses on public finance. He attended the University of Michigan for his undergraduate studies and Harvard University for graduate studies.

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Alternative Names: Harvey Sheldon Rosen • Rosen S. Harvey

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