| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5067133 | European Economic Review | 2012 | 15 Pages |
Abstract
⺠We study the effect of social and political polarization on electoral accountability. ⺠We show that elections in polarized societies help reducing political corruption. ⺠Political polarization, by raising electoral stakes, is key to 'good government'. ⺠'Good government' is costly for the moderate voter who must trade off 'ideology' for accountability.
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Authors
Cecilia Testa,