The American tradition of abolishing central banks

Tags: Central Banks, U.S. History

08/13/2024 Thomas J. DiLorenzo

The United States abolished its first three central banks, and this was followed by a period of immense economic growth. End the Fed? We did it before and can do it again.

Original Article: The American tradition of abolishing central banks

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