Poverty

A global effort has been devoted to reducing world poverty. Some claim poverty can be best combated by foreign aid. Others point to the importance of domestic policies, such as those that support or weaken economic freedom. We at Cato believe that there is a strong positive relationship between economic freedom and poverty reduction and call for more research in this area.

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Commentary

Slums Are Hubs of Hope, Progress and Dignity

By Swaminathan S. Anklesaria Aiyar. Times of India. March 31, 2013.

Capitalism Will Eliminate Poverty in Africa

By Marian L. Tupy. Brenthurst Briefing. April 20, 2012.

Rapid GDP Growth—Best Antidote for Poverty

By Swaminathan S. Anklesaria Aiyar. Economic Times (India). March 28, 2012.

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Cato Studies

The Elephant That Became a Tiger: 20 Years of Economic Reform in India

By Swaminathan S. Anklesaria Aiyar. Development Policy Analysis No. 13. July 20, 2011.

Why Is Africa Poor?

By Greg Mills. Development Briefing Paper No. 6. December 6, 2010.

The Cost of Zimbabwe’s Continuing Farm Invasions

By Eddie Cross. Economic Development Bulletin No. 12. May 18, 2009.

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Public Filings

Hearing on Poverty and Health

By Michael F. Cannon. Testimony. September 13, 2011.

Rising Food Prices: Budget Challenges

By Steve H. Hanke. Testimony. July 30, 2008.

Events

Cry the Beloved Country: South Africa’s Future under the ANC

Featuring Marian L. Tupy. March 14, 2013. Policy Forum.

Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty

Featuring Ian Vásquez. April 4, 2012. Book Forum.

Why Africa Is Poor and What Africans Can Do about It

Featuring Marian L. Tupy and Ian Vásquez. October 6, 2010. Book Forum.

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