Alberto Chong|Mark Gradstein
Inequality and Institutions
University of Ottawa|Ben-Gurion University of the Negev|Ifo Institute for Economic Research|World Bank Group|Centre for Economic Policy Research
paper presents theory evidence relationship inequality institutional quality propose model two dynamically reinforce set test relationship broad array institutional measures establish double causality better institutional quality equal distribution income also demonstrate link latter dominates former results shown robust various specifications different data sources cover various timespans