Ron Paul Liberty Report Stagflation Arrives -- Unemployment & Inflation Are Rising Together
Sep 5, 2025
Delve into the perplexing world of stagflation, where rising inflation and unemployment collide. Explore how current economic turmoil is affecting everyday Americans and the importance of gold as a protective measure. The discussion uncovers discrepancies between political claims of growth and actual job creation, highlighting skepticism towards economic policies. Additionally, the dangers of government intervention versus free market principles are examined, alongside the notion that leaders may use foreign conflicts to distract from domestic economic issues.
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Stagflation From Monetary Easing
- Stagflation can appear when the economy weakens while prices keep rising due to monetary expansion.
- Government responses that lower interest rates often compound inflation and weaken the currency.
Reversed Promises Worsen Outlook
- Recent data showed inflation and unemployment rising together, signaling stagflation.
- Promises to shrink government and check institutions like the Fed were reversed, worsening prospects.
Promises To Audit And Cut Were Reversed
- Chris recounts how early Trump promises to cut spending and challenge institutions were quickly reversed.
- He notes campaign-era ideas like auditing the Fed and reviewing Fort Knox never materialized.