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Paul Rosenstein-Rodan · Philosophy & Social Sciences

What

Development economist; originator of the 'big push' theory of economic development

When

1902, Kraków, Austria-Hungary (present-day Poland) — 1985, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Where

Austria · United Kingdom · United States

Biography

Paul Rosenstein-Rodan is recognized among Jewish contributors to Philosophy & Social Sciences — Development economist; originator of the 'big push' theory of economic development

How & why

Paul Rosenstein-Rodan was a development economist who originated the influential 'big push' theory, arguing that developing economies need large, coordinated investment to escape poverty traps. His ideas shaped post-war thinking on industrialization and foreign aid. A Jewish scholar born in Kraków, he taught at University College London and MIT and advised international development agencies.

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Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Political Philosophy & Science

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Development economist; originator of the 'big push' theory of economic development

1902

Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Political Philosophy & Science