Can we keep trusting US economic data?
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Politicization of Economic Data
This chapter examines the firing of the former Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner by the president, spurred by dissatisfaction with job growth metrics that threatened his image. It discusses the appointment of E.J. Antony, a controversial figure with a critical perspective on BLS, and the potential implications for data integrity amid political pressure. The dialogue raises concerns about the erosion of trust in U.S. economic data and the risks this poses for decision-making and economic growth.
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