I think that the complexity of political systems mean that you can’t work out a dinky formula for the best expected utility. You might enjoy this post on global development, and also this list which includes some important topics.
I am currently working on posts outlining just those questions, but wanted to check for past work. I hope to use H&H’s tools, that post is so clear and compelling.
My intuition says that the juiciest QALYs are in scalable nation-wide interventions in developing countries, think poor economics for governance. I also expect the juiciest QALY’s in poor authoritarian governments.
That said Eva Vivalt’s work might have higher expected returns just due to the sheer neglectedness of the field. Its stunning how few people are applying Kahneman-style bias research to political decision-makers. My main concern with following her agenda is that it might not be rewarded in the PoliSci journals and hiring committees.
I think that the complexity of political systems mean that you can’t work out a dinky formula for the best expected utility. You might enjoy this post on global development, and also this list which includes some important topics.
I’m currently particularly interested in authoritarianism and safeguarding democracy.
And also, if you’re a young political scientist, with these skills, then you don’t need to defer to others—what do you think they are yourself?
I am currently working on posts outlining just those questions, but wanted to check for past work. I hope to use H&H’s tools, that post is so clear and compelling.
My intuition says that the juiciest QALYs are in scalable nation-wide interventions in developing countries, think poor economics for governance. I also expect the juiciest QALY’s in poor authoritarian governments.
That said Eva Vivalt’s work might have higher expected returns just due to the sheer neglectedness of the field. Its stunning how few people are applying Kahneman-style bias research to political decision-makers. My main concern with following her agenda is that it might not be rewarded in the PoliSci journals and hiring committees.