Abstract
‘Moral economy’ and ‘economy of affection’ have different yet related meanings. They both assume that human choice and behavior are not determined by material interest only. The difference lies primarily in the empirical application of the two concepts. Moral economy refers to strategies that peasant farmers in fragile livelihoods adopt to ensure their safety and security. Economy of affection is applied more broadly focusing on how individuals, regardless of socioeconomic status, use relations with other persons to protect and promote their own interests.
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