In this study, Jeffrey G. Williamson examines the political economy of immigration backlash and immigration policy in two global centuries. The first, between 1820 and World War I, was a proglobal environment, characterized by booming trade, labor, and capital markets. It was followed by an antiglobal and autarchic retreat between 1914 and 1950. Williamson finds that the second global century has moved to reclaim world integration in trade and capital markets, but immigration policy in high-wage countries has not tried to reclaim an open stance.

About the Author
Jeffrey G. Williamson is the Laird Bell Professor of Economics at Harvard University, where he serves as faculty fellow at the Center for International Development and faculty associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs.


Book Information
ISBN 9780844771816
Author Jeffrey G. Williamson
Format Paperback
Page Count 64
Imprint AEI Press
Publisher AEI Press
Weight(grams) 104g
Dimensions(mm) 221mm * 142mm * 5mm