This paper implements a novel application of spatial econometrics to test the minority threat hypothesis by estimating the relationship and potential spillovers between race and police expenditures. This paper uses a strategic interaction framework to describe the mechanism that may drive...

Several econometric issues within the field of education finance, which have not been fully explored to date, are addressed. Focusing on demographic factors and per-pupil expenditure in the United States, an econometric model that incorporates spatial analysis is developed and a unique framework...

This paper estimates whether marriage can improve health outcomes for African-Americans through changes in risky health behaviors like smoking, drinking, and drug use. Using data from the National Longitudinal Study on Adolescent Health and propensity score matching methodology to account for...