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When Uncle Sam owned banks and factories

The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Legacy of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation

This chapter examines the role of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation in shaping the housing market and the broader economy. It discusses key developments like the establishment of Fannie Mae and the introduction of the 30-year mortgage, while also addressing the moral hazards of government-backed loans.

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