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On the recordNovember 22, 2021
We know that high inflation takes a toll on families, especially those less able to meet the higher costs of essentials, like food, housing and transportation. We will use our tools both to support the economy and strong labor market and to prevent higher inflation from becoming entrenched.
Said by
Jerome Powell
Republican · District of Columbia
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Powell addresses the impact of inflation on families and outlines the Federal Reserve's commitment to managing the economy and labor market.

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