Rural population growth, 1950–1990: the roles of human capital, industry structure, and government policy
Human capital raises rural incomes, but this effect is swamped by higher returns to human
capital in urban markets. This leads to “brain drain” from rural areas. Populations grow more …
capital in urban markets. This leads to “brain drain” from rural areas. Populations grow more …
[PDF][PDF] An Analysis of the Causes and Consequences of Foreign-Born Population Growth in the Midwest and South-central States, 1950-1990
1 The United States is primarily a nation of immigrants and their ancestors. Nevertheless,
after 100 years of virtually free access to the United States, restrictions began to be placed …
after 100 years of virtually free access to the United States, restrictions began to be placed …