On the recordNovember 28, 2017
It is very important that the Federal Reserve... be allowed to make independent policy decisions that are shielded from short-term political pressure.
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congress.govIt is very important that the Federal Reserve... be allowed to make independent policy decisions that are shielded from short-term political pressure.
Highlights the importance of Fed's independence from political influence.
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