Theoretical Foundations of an Empirical Measure of Freedom: A Research Challenge to Liberal Economists
- Autori: BAVETTA S; NAVARRA P
- Anno di pubblicazione: 2004
- Tipologia: Articolo in rivista (Articolo in rivista)
- Parole Chiave: economics; liberalism; theoretical study
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/21914
Abstract
In this essay we ground the theoretical foundations of an empirical measure of the degree of freedom perceived by individuals on the Millian view of affirmation and development of individuality. We then discuss the implications of such a measure for policy and institutional design