Coin Stories Judy Shelton: Exposing the Fed, Gold-Backed Bonds and Can Private Money like Bitcoin Restore Monetary Integrity?
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May 20, 2025 
Judy Shelton, a former economic advisor to President Trump and advocate for sound money, dives deep into the complexities of monetary policy. She passionately critiques the Federal Reserve's accountability and proposes a return to gold-backed Treasury bonds. Shelton discusses the collapse of Bretton Woods and its lessons for today, advocating for Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset. She also explores the interplay between geopolitical events and the dollar's status, emphasizing the need for monetary integrity in a rapidly changing economic landscape.
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Predicting Soviet Collapse
- Judy Shelton used her Soviet economy research to predict the Soviet Union's bankruptcy in the 1980s.
- This insight led her into national security discussions and testimony at a Senate hearing.
Bretton Woods' Monetary Stability
- The Bretton Woods system stabilized international trade through fixed exchange rates and gold convertibility.
- Its collapse in 1971 led to currency instability and loss of monetary integrity.
Stable Money, Shared Prosperity
- The Bretton Woods era saw less wealth inequality and broad economic growth.
- Stable international monetary foundations promote shared prosperity and productivity.
