Good intentions, bad outcomes : social policy, informality, and economic growth in Mexico

Good intentions, bad outcomes : social policy, informality, and economic growth in Mexico / Santiago Levy.

Author/creator	Levy, Santiago
Format	Book and Print
Publication Info	Washington, D.C. : Brookings Institution Press, ©2008.
Description	xv, 357 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm
Subject(s)	Mexico--Social policy. Mexico--Social conditions --1970-

Abstract	"Argues that incoherent social programs significantly contribute to poverty and little growth. Proposes converting the existing social security system into universal social entitlements. Advocates eliminating wage-based social security contributions and raising consumption taxes on higher-income households to increase the rate of GDP growth, reduce inequality, and improve benefits for workers"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography note	Includes bibliographical references (p. 343-347) and index.
LCCN	2008005704
ISBN	9780815752196 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN	0815752199 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Library	Location	Call Number	Status	Item Actions
Joyner	General Stacks	HN 113.5 .L49 2008	✔ Available	Place Hold