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Michael S. Barr: The Federal Reserve's independence is longstanding, and I think quite critical to its effectiveness as a nonpartisan…

On the recordMay 18, 2022
The Federal Reserve's independence is longstanding, and I think quite critical to its effectiveness as a nonpartisan institution.
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Michael S. Barr

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Barr emphasizes the importance of the Fed's independence for effective monetary policy.

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