Abstract
Abstract. Since 1965, male labor force participation rates have decreased. Nick Eberstadt illustrates the magnitude of the decrease, proposes mostly supply-side explanations, and extends a research agenda into this vital policy issue.
Keywords. Unemployment; Employment; American economy; American social structure.
JEL. B10, L66, Q18.
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