The discursive dilemma implies that the decision of a board depends on whether the board votes directly on the decision (conclusion-based procedure) or votes on the premises for the decision (premise-based procedure). We derive results showing when the discursive dilemma might occur. Under...

This paper analyses time-inconsistency problems related to the exchange rate channel of monetary policy. Within a simple open-economy macroeconomic model, where the exchange rate is the only forward-looking variable, we show that a difference emerges between optimal policy under discretion and...

The effects of resource rents on the political equilibrium have been studied in two main types of models. The first tradition uses models of conflict, and studies how resource rents affect the intensity and duration of civil conflict. The second tradition uses political economy models, where...

A model with heterogeneous individuals and bequests between generations is constructed to analyze income distribution and educational choice. The introduction of an imperfection in the credit market is shown to influence the allocation of talent. Both ability and bequest are of relevance in...