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Paul Volcker: “The only number that works is zero”

New Books in Economic and Business History

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This chapter explores the challenges faced by a Federal Open Market Committee member during the inflation crisis of 1975-1979. It highlights the difficulties of governance and collaboration in influencing monetary policy decisions, ultimately leading to their rise as chairman.

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