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Creator:: Karakushi, Alida
Abstract:: Corruption has important implications for the proper implementation and success of public policies. A vast literature in the social sciences has highlighted important national attributes that propagate corruption within the public sector. Despite these vast literatures, less attention has focused on individual characteristics, outside of more basic cost/benefit analysis, that...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Dr. Alison Johnston, my chair for this project and my advisor for the entire program. Thank

Creator:: Pinilla, Juan P.
Abstract:: In the wake of the ``third wave'' of democratization, scholars and practitioners were optimistic regarding the ease with which countries could adopt democratic norms and institutions. However, after four decades of democracy, many competitive regimes have not improved government probity or developed strong forms of accountability. Levels of economic and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Brazil and Chile Abstract approved: Alison L. Johnston In the wake of the “third wave” of

Creator:: Osborne, Megan
Abstract:: Using Current Population Survey data from 2008, 2009 and 2010 this paper explores the extent to which there is gender inequality in food insecurity among employed single adults without children. Gender inequality in the U.S. is well documented in a wide variety of spheres from the home to the world...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Alison Johnston, representing Political Science I understand that my essay will

Creator:: Pant, Suman
Abstract:: Nepal’s community forestry has been internationally recognized as an example of successful case of collective action. However, many scholars argue that although it has been successful in protecting forests from degradation, it has not been able to create an inclusive platform for political decision-making process. Using historical analysis, comparative case...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . I am indebted to Prof Alison Johnston, who helped me figure out different ways to approach the

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