
3/7/25 Mark Thornton on the Precarious State of the American Economy
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Economic Turbulence and Policy Impacts
This chapter explores the potential appointment of Ron Paul to the Federal Reserve chair and contrasts his hard money views with Donald Trump's preference for lower interest rates. It analyzes the current economic landscape, highlighting concerns over stock market struggles, employment reports, and the effects of tariff policies on market volatility. Additionally, the chapter addresses the looming economic crisis linked to massive government spending during the COVID-19 pandemic and the rise of 'zombie corporations,' revealing the precarious state of the American economy.
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