Henry Carter Adams
Economist and academic writer
Born
December 31st, 1851
173 years ago
Died
1921
104 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An American economist and academic, contributed significantly to the field of public finance and economic theory. Served as a professor at the University of Michigan, influencing both students and the discipline of economics. Authored several works that analyzed government expenditures and taxation. Advocated for the importance of public policy in economic analysis and played a role in the establishment of a more empirical foundation for economics education.
Wrote 'Public Debts' discussing government finance
Served as a professor at University of Michigan
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