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The central theme of the text is the role of government in a market economy. Gruber explores two primary justifications for government intervention: market failures and redistribution. When markets fail to allocate resources efficiently—due to externalities, public goods, or asymmetric information—the government must step in. Simultaneously, even efficient markets can produce outcomes that society deems unfair, necessitating redistributive policies like progressive taxation and social safety nets. Empirical Approach and Modern Policy
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Key features that make this edition a must-have include:
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Public Finance and Public Policy 7th Edition | Jonathan Gruber