In the abstract world of American economists, equations run both ways; they believe that by changing the sign of a variable from plus to minus or fro… - Robert Gilpin

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In the abstract world of American economists, equations run both ways; they believe that by changing the sign of a variable from plus to minus or from minus to plus or the price and quantity of x or y, the direction of historical movement can be reversed.

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About Robert Gilpin

Robert Gilpin (July 2, 1930 – June 20, 2018) was an American economist, and Professor Emeritus of Politics and International Affairs at the at , known for his contribution in the field of political economy and international relations, especially the effect of multinational corporations on state autonomy.

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