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#169 – Paul Niehaus on whether cash transfers cause economic growth, and keeping theft to acceptable levels

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Understanding Economic Multipliers and Their Implications

This chapter examines the concept of economic multipliers, specifically analyzing how a dollar spent can generate $2.50 in economic output. It contrasts this multiplier with typical figures from developed nations and highlights the difference between economic output and actual well-being.

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