Why Nations Fail - James Robinson

Harvard Professor of Government, James Robinson presents a provocative new theory of political economy, explaining why the world is divided into nations with wildly differing levels of prosperity. Chaired by Paul Collier, professor of economics at Oxford University Listen to the podcast of the full event including audience Q&A: http://www.thersa.org/events/audio-an... Our events are made possible with the support of our Fellowship. Support us by donating or applying to become a Fellow. Donate: http://www.thersa.org/support-the-rsa Become a Fellow: http://www.thersa.org/fellowship/apply