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In Western development economics, we’ve completely mischaracterized many of the problems in the world because we fail to understand the ways in which other societies differ from our own society and the way that people in those societies think about them.
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The Reverend Dr. Richard L. Pearson Professor of Global Conflict Studies; Institute Director, The Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts
Nobel Laureate Finds His Calling in Studying the World
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Harris students are passionate, driven, and committed to positive change. Rigorous coursework in microeconomics, statistics, and analytical politics equips students with the quantitative and analytical skills to evaluate and recommend sound policies in a variety of contexts.
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