Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/93177 
Year of Publication: 
2014
Series/Report no.: 
Economics Discussion Papers No. 2014-11
Publisher: 
Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW), Kiel
Abstract: 
The Nordic countries are known for their success in combining an extensive welfare state with high labor force participation. This is explained by the origins of their welfare states that can be traced to a unique set of values and beliefs that emphasize the right of women to participate in the labor market. These values are currently shared by individuals born in other European countries of Nordic parents. Some possible causal explanations are proposed.
Subjects: 
employment
taxes
values
beliefs
JEL: 
J21
J22
Creative Commons License: 
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Document Type: 
Working Paper

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