Comparative Policy Statistics
Abstract Deadline: 28 February 2007
Paper Deadline: 28 February 2007
Theme: A New Section of JCPA: Comparative Statistics
Invitation:
The JCPA will regularly feature a new section entitled, comparative statistics. We invite submissions and proposals focusing on all aspects of policy measurement and every kind of data analysis with a comparative twist. We are especially interested in indices such as Transparency International’s perceived corruption index, league tables, comparative indicators of economic and social wellbeing, learning, public performance, capital access, or demographics. We will publish articles on statistical methodology and measurement practices as well. Why, for example, do Interpol and the UN publish different figures on violent crimes? We would be especially interested in looking at papers that debunk statistics widely used in the formulation of public policies or that explain their divergence. For example, almost no two countries on earth use the same discount rate in evaluating public projects. Where they coincide, the justification is rarely the same. Even in the European Union, prescribed rates have not converged despite the use of a common currency. Why?
If you have an idea for a paper, contact the section editor, Fred Thompson, Atkinson Graduate School of Management, Willamette University at fthompso@willamette.edu Submissions should run 4-5,000 words, but should be amply supported with tables, charts, and figures. All articles will be refereed.
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