ABSTRACT

Originally published in 1984, this study explores multiple theoretical perspectives as well as critically analysing the most recent evidence at the time to try and find a full explanation for inequality in the United States. Arguments of neoclassical economists and Marxist and institutional structuralists are considered by Osberg as well as putting forward his own model. Osberg uses his findings to attempt a complete explanation of the issue and advises on policies which could be undertaken by the government to try and lessen the gap. This title will be of interest to students of Economics.

chapter 1|6 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|23 pages

Inequality in Money Income

chapter 3|29 pages

Economic Inequality

chapter 4|24 pages

Poverty and Inequality

chapter 6|15 pages

Of Chance and Ability

chapter 7|15 pages

Of Race and Sex

chapter 10|11 pages

An Eclectic Summary

chapter 11|25 pages

The Acquisition of Property

chapter 12|14 pages

Growth and/or Equality?

chapter 13|22 pages

Government and Inequality

chapter 14|11 pages

Conclusion