From Carolina Journal Radio Program No. 708: Politics tends to influence central bankers, and the results often to lead to bad news for the economy. That’s the argument from Wake Forest University economist John Wood. He cites historical examples of political influence that have led central bankers away from decisions that would have been best for monetary policy in Britain and the United States.
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