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Christopher Blattman

Chris Blattman is Ramalee E. Pearson Professor at the University of Chicago’s Harris School of Public Policy, and the Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts. He writes about international development and security issues at ChrisBlattman.com

Latest articles by Christopher Blattman

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Bill Gates wants to give the poor chickens. What they need is cash.Bill Gates wants to give the poor chickens. What they need is cash.
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The evidence suggests cash offers a better return and more flexibility. It’s time for a definitive study.

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Take statistics, study abroad, and more advice from a Columbia professor.

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