Dean Yang
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Dean Yang
@deanyang.bsky.social
Professor at U. Michigan. Co-Editor, Journal of Development Economics. Born and raised in Manila, Philippines. On sabbatical (2024-25) at CEMFI in Madrid.
https://deanyang-econ.github.io/deanyang
Great book! I also thought Embassytown was mind-blowing...
May 30, 2025 at 7:30 AM
3) There can be big gaps between Vatican policy and actions/views of officials (bishops, priests) and congregants worldwide. Big example: Catholics widely ignore ban on contraception, and local officials de-emphasize or turn blind eye. Such gaps are impetus for change, but only under reformist popes
April 24, 2025 at 9:37 AM
2) While there are some democratic structures within the church, Popes are autocrats. Their views (conservative vs. reformist) are the prime determinant of statis or change during a papacy. John XXIII (2nd Vatican Council) was reformist; John Paul II and Benedict halted change; Francis reformist...
April 24, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Key takeaways for me as an economist:
1) There is substantial heterogeneity within the global church on liberal-conservative dimensions, for example on welcoming LGBT congregants, contraception, role of women, and priestly celibacy.
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April 24, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Great job presenting, @tyentzen.bsky.social !
March 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM