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American Obesity: Rooted In Uncertainty, Institutions And Public Policy, James Woodward
American Obesity: Rooted In Uncertainty, Institutions And Public Policy, James Woodward
Theses and Dissertations--Public Policy and Administration
Despite the efforts of policymakers, medical professionals, and other stakeholders, obesity and related health problems show no signs of receding from their record-high rates. Public policy has largely taken the form of consumer advice, (e.g., USDA’s Dietary Guidelines). Since consumers bear most of the costs associated with their obesity, the goal of obesity prevention appears to be incentive-compatible, prima facie. That is, there is no a priori case for much further policy intervention unless existing advice is deficient or consumers’ exhibit systematically poor decision-making.
My review of the literature shows that scholars have long conveyed a consistent narrative regarding …
Reseña De "Bringing In The Future: Strategies For Farsightedness And Sustainability In Developing Countries" De William Ascher, Javier Martín Reyes
Reseña De "Bringing In The Future: Strategies For Farsightedness And Sustainability In Developing Countries" De William Ascher, Javier Martín Reyes
Javier Martín Reyes
Review of Ascher, William "Bringing in the Future: Strategies for Farsightedness and Sustainability in Developing Countries" Chicago, Chicago University Press, 2009, 328 pages.