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Exploring Oil's Paradox: Wealth vs. National Development

6/12/2025

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Michael L. Ross, a UCLA Political Science Professor, delves into the paradox of petroleum wealth in "The Oil Curse," revealing its impact on national development. Meanwhile, Erik Voeten, the Peter F. Krogh Professor at Georgetown, explores the intricate ties between geopolitics and justice, offering profound perspectives on how resources shape global affairs.

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Michael L. Ross, a UCLA Political Science Professor, delves into the paradox of petroleum wealth in "The Oil Curse," revealing its impact on national development. Meanwhile, Erik Voeten, the Peter F. Krogh Professor at Georgetown, explores the intricate ties between geopolitics and justice, offering profound perspectives on how resources shape global affairs.