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The economics of identity: The origin and persistence of racial identity norms

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  • Darity, William Jr.
  • Mason, Patrick L.
  • Stewart, James B.

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  • Darity, William Jr. & Mason, Patrick L. & Stewart, James B., 2006. "The economics of identity: The origin and persistence of racial identity norms," Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, Elsevier, vol. 60(3), pages 283-305, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jeborg:v:60:y:2006:i:3:p:283-305
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