About the Author

Ron Liggett received his M.B.A. with a concentration in economics from The University of Texas at Arlington where he is now a senior lecturer in the Department of Economics. He has taught courses on the economics of crime, the economics of public policy, the principles of both macro- and microeconomics, money and banking, and the economics of social issues. His research interests include the economics of crime and the economics of social issues. In addition to his academic work, Professor Liggett is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Texas.