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The case for Fed Independence in the Nixon Tapes

Planet Money

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The Tension Between Economic Theory and Political Influence

This chapter explores Arthur Burns' tenure as Federal Reserve chairman under Richard Nixon, highlighting the contradictions between his economic warnings and the inflation that arose during his leadership. It also discusses the potential political pressures he faced and the implications for the independence of the Federal Reserve.

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