Dr. Lane Kenworthy

Biography

Lane Kenworthy is the Yankelovich Endowed Chair Professor at the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on the economic and social dimensions that influence living standards, capabilities, poverty, inequality, mobility, and employment. Kenworthy has extensively studied economic growth, social policy, taxation, public opinion, and political dynamics, particularly in the context of the United States and other long-standing democratic countries. He is the author of several influential books, including "The Good Society," "Is Inequality a Problem?", and "Democratic Socialism." His work addresses critical issues concerning social democratic capitalism and the role of government in promoting equality and opportunity. Kenworthy's scholarship encompasses a broad range of topics including jobs, equality, and capitalism, being recognized for his in-depth studies that contribute to the discourse on economic success and the welfare state. He also teaches courses related to his research interests and provides valuable insights into the structures that impact equity and social justice in contemporary society.

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