Published Sep 18, 2006

Ed Glaeser on the Economics of Paternalism

Edward Glaeser delves into the intricate tensions between individual freedom and governmental paternalism, highlighting dangers of soft paternalism, policy manipulation, and voting shortcomings. He analyzes conflicting societal beliefs on poverty and advocates for cautious government intervention amidst biased perceptions and political agendas.

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Ed Glaeser on the Economics of Paternalism

Topics covered

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Politics and Policy

Political Lessons

The Danger of Soft Paternalism

Overestimating Dangers

Urban Economics

Government Paternalism

Manipulating Beliefs

Changing Power Dynamics

Flawed Voting Decisions

Soft Paternalism Debate

Changing Defaults and Soft Paternalism

Beliefs about Poverty

The Slippery Slope

Soft vs. Hard Paternalism

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Paternalism Debate

Political Dynamics

Beliefs and Society

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Ed Glaeser on the Economics of Paternalism

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Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Paternalism Debate

Political DynamicsNext, Edward Glaeser examines how political actors manipulate policies to advance specific agendas and the flawed nature of voting decisions. He argues that both policy manipulation and voting decisions are fraught with errors, often influenced by misinformation and self-interest.

Political Dynamics

Beliefs and Society

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