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The case for Fed Independence in the Nixon Tapes

Planet Money

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The Intricate Dance of Power: Fed Independence and the Nixon Era

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between the Federal Reserve and the Nixon administration, emphasizing the personal exchanges between President Nixon and Fed Chair Arthur Burns. It sheds light on the tension between Federal Reserve independence and governmental pressure during a challenging economic landscape, supported by Burns' candid diary entries.

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