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Summer School 4: Banker vs president and the birth of the dollar

Planet Money

CHAPTER

The Role of the Federal Reserve in Financial Stability

This chapter explores the Federal Reserve's function as a lender of last resort and its significance in ensuring financial stability, especially post-Great Depression. It delves into historical lessons on balancing risk-taking with accountability while addressing the ongoing challenges in regulating banks to prevent economic instability.

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