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The cartelization of local governments

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  • DeEdgra Williams

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  • Randall Holcombe & DeEdgra Williams, 2011. "The cartelization of local governments," Public Choice, Springer, vol. 149(1), pages 65-74, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:pubcho:v:149:y:2011:i:1:p:65-74
    DOI: 10.1007/s11127-011-9825-8
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