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Edward J. Lopez

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Edward J. Lopez
Academic career
FieldPolitical economy
School or
tradition
Public-Choice
Alma materTexas A&M University

Edward J. Lopez is the BB&T Distinguished Professor of Capitalism at Western Carolina University and President of the Public Choice Society.[1]

Biography

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Early life

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He received a B.S. in economics from Texas A&M University and his Ph.D. from George Mason University in 1997.[2]

Career

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Before joining the faculty of San Jose State University in the fall of 2005, he held appointments at the University of North Texas, San Jose State University and George Mason University, and he served as staff economist on the Joint Economic Committee of Congress.[2]

Lopez has authored numerous books, including The Pursuit of Justice and Property Rights. His most recent publication Madmen, Intellectuals, and Academic Scribblers is co-authored with Wayne A. Leighton.

References

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  1. ^ Holcombe, Randall (2012). "López named BB&T professor". Western Carolina University. Retrieved June 24, 2015.
  2. ^ a b "Edward J. López". Independent Institute. Retrieved 12 January 2015.