Editorial statement: Why do we need a European Journal of Government and Economics?

  1. Varela, Diego
  2. Benedetto, Giacomo
  3. Sánchez Santos, José Manuel
Journal:
European Journal of Government and Economics

ISSN: 2254-7088

Year of publication: 2012

Volume: 1

Issue: 1

Pages: 5-8

Type: Article

DOI: 10.17979/EJGE.2012.1.1.4273 DIALNET GOOGLE SCHOLAR lock_openOpen access editor

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Abstract

In this editorial statement we explain the reasons for the creation of the European Journal of Government and Economics. We argue that there is a general shortage of academic journals. Although the new journal we are starting will not solve or significantly reduce this problem, it will represent a marginal step in the right direction. We also explain our views regarding some important aspects of the journal’s policy, such as indexing and open access. In this editorial statement we explain the reasons for the creation of the European Journal of Government and Economics. We argue that there is a general shortage of academic journals. Although the new journal we are starting will not solve or significantly reduce this problem, it will represent a marginal step in the right direction. We also explain our views regarding some important aspects of the journal’s policy, such as indexing and open access.