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Unlevel Playing Fields: Understanding Wage Inequality and Discrimination, 3rd Edition

Randy Albelda, University of Massachusetts Boston
Robert Drago, IWPR
Steve Shulman, Colorado State University - Fort Collins

Abstract

Unlevel Playing Fields presents a uniquely usable, one-volume introduction to wage inequality and discrimination in the United States labor market. At the same time, it is an excellent introduction to and overview of the most important strands of thought in contemporary political economy. The authors also offer several bold policy proposals to rectify labor market inequalities. An ideal book for classroom use.

Suggested Citation

Randy Albelda, Robert Drago, and Steve Shulman. Unlevel Playing Fields: Understanding Wage Inequality and Discrimination, 3rd Edition (3rd ed). Boston: Economics Affairs Bureau, 2010.