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Paul Cwik's New Introduction to Austrian Business Cycle Theory

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Debating Economic Recovery Metaphors

This chapter critiques a simplistic metaphor used by a Federal Reserve employee to describe the economy's recovery from the 2008 financial crisis. It highlights the contrasting views between the Austrian and Chicago schools of economic thought, particularly regarding the predictability of economic shocks. The discussion underscores the importance of understanding the root causes of economic crises rather than relying solely on conventional recovery measures.

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