Coercin, Monopsony in American Manufacturing: Evidence From Alabama Prison Labor
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A research paper examines the relationship between coercion and monopsony in American manufacturing using evidence from Alabama prison labor, sparking a low-key discussion on the topic.
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Full title: Coercion and Monopsony in Modern American Manufacturing: Evidence from Alabama Prison Labor
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