

Was MMT Wrong About Inflation? | Stephanie Kelton (The Deficit Myth)
Feb 13, 2024
Stephanie Kelton, Professor discussing the relevance of Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and the role of government in controlling inflation. They cover topics such as the impact of government spending on inflation, the role of central banks, the Deficit Myth in the COVID era, involvement in political administrations, understanding inflation and fiscal policy, government budgeting during COVID, and the role of government and central banks in fighting inflation.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Relevance of Modern Monetary Policy and the Deficit Myth in the COVID Era
01:58 • 2min
Involvement in Sanders' and Biden's administrations, shaping policy platform, and impact of book
04:04 • 3min
Understanding Inflation and Fiscal Policy
06:40 • 20min
Government Budgeting in the Context of COVID
26:42 • 12min
The Role of Government and Central Banks in Fighting Inflation
38:52 • 21min
Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and its Relevance to the United States
01:00:12 • 8min