1932 – 1998

Mancur Olson

American economist (1932–1998)

sociologistpolitical scientistuniversity teachereconomist
Born
1932-01-22, Grand Forks
Died
1998-02-19
Birthplace state
North Dakota

Biography

Mancur Olson was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota in 1932 and died in 1998. He worked as an economist, political scientist, and sociologist, teaching at the University of Maryland, College Park. His work addressed new institutional economics, examining how private property, taxation, public goods, collective action, and contract rights shaped economic development.

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Mancur Olson is recorded as a sociologist, a political scientist, a university teacher and a economist, born in North Dakota (1932–1998).

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Frequently asked about Mancur Olson

Who was Mancur Olson?
Mancur Olson was American economist (1932–1998), born in North Dakota (1932 – 1998).
When and where was Mancur Olson born?
Mancur Olson was born on 1932-01-22 in Grand Forks.
When did Mancur Olson die?
Mancur died on 1998-02-19.
What was Mancur Olson known for?
Mancur Olson is recorded as a sociologist, a political scientist, a university teacher and a economist.
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