Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5061576 | Economics Letters | 2010 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
In this paper opposing lobbies influence a politician via contributions. Society may grant access to decision relevant information. Transparency maximizes welfare if the lobbies have a similar size. Secrecy is optimal if their size is comparable, but not too similar.
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Authors
Mike Felgenhauer,