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David Woo on What the Economists Got Wrong About the Stimulus

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Resilience and Recovery: Economic Impacts Post-Pandemic

This chapter examines the unexpected financial resilience of U.S. consumers amid the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by rising household net worth and supportive government policies. The discussion highlights the staggering fiscal implications of pandemic-related expenditures and the complexities of economic stimulus measures, including various criticisms and defenses. The speaker shares personal insights from their tenure in finance, emphasizing the need for transparent economic discourse and diverse perspectives in discussions about fiscal policy.

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