The Great Monetary Debate
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Gary’s Note: What is the connection between monetary policy, the falling dollar and hope? Jeffrey Tucker explains below in today’s feature article.
When National Public Radio airs a segment on the gold standard, you know that the debate over the quality of money has reached the point where it can no longer be ignored. Another sign came last month when Newt Gingrich, who has never shown the slightest interest in the cause of sound money, suddenly began to talk about restoring the gold standard.
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The State of the Union, Just Another Reality Show
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It looks just like a reality show that’s not going to be renewed for another season. President Obama’s State of the Union ratings are headed in the same direction as American Idol’s so far this season – down.
Let me make a secret confession right here. For years, the producer of my radio talk show and I would draw straws each January to see who would “have the high privilege and distinct honor” of watching the president’s State of the Union address.
Do I have to clarify that the loser had to watch?
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