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When Uncle Sam owned banks and factories

The Indicator from Planet Money

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Evolution of Government-Backed Financing

This chapter delves into the transformation of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation and its pivotal role in financing industries during critical economic periods. It examines the RFC's shift towards bold investments and its lasting impact on contemporary loan programs.

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