@article{ref1,
title="Socio-political conflict, social distance, and rent extraction in historical perspective",
journal="European journal of political economy",
year="2010",
author="Thaize Challier, M.-Christine",
volume="26",
number="1",
pages="51-67",
abstract="This paper uses French historical data covering four centuries to investigate how social distance, rent extraction, and pressure for reforms affect socio-political conflict. Social distance in itself does not systematically lead to socio-political conflict. Robust evidence is presented indicating that discretionary taxation spurs political violence more so than discretionary public spending. A peaceful rather than confrontational period is conducive for implementing reforms to enhance local democracy and reduce social inequality sought by ordinary inhabitants.<p />",
language="",
issn="0176-2680",
doi="10.1016/j.ejpoleco.2009.08.003",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ejpoleco.2009.08.003"
}