Purpose – Within the area of economics, the value attached to highly‐ranked journal publications, such as the American Economic Review , Journal of Political Economy and Quarterly Journal of Economics , in tenure, promotion, and merit pay processes is often several times greater than that of...

The present study provides a comparison of the Confederate Constitution of 1861 and the Japanese Constitution of 1946, with emphasis on the role of constitutional constraints on pork‐barrel legislation and increasing rates of federal spending. Because the Japanese Constitution, by all...

A cartel is a group of oligopolistic firms that agree to act collectively as a monopolist in some industry or economic enterprise. Discusses the social contract of the Southwest Conference (a legal cartel) using some of the principles of constitutional economics. Viewed from a contractarian...

As pointed out previously by economists, the implicit demand for cost‐saving information by potential buyers generates a derived demand for advertising by sellers. This study adds to the body of evidence that reveals the positive role of advertising in the market process. The evidence...

This volume is a welcome addition to an ever growing body of work in economic education. A wide range of content areas are covered throughout, with dedicated chapters of the Coase theorem and tax evasion

'Mixon and Cebula have compiled a valuable collection that offers a blend of compelling empirical results on the efficacy of classroom innovations along with practical advice to implement cutting edge pedagogical techniques. New and seasoned instructors alike can enhance their economics courses...