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Federal Reserve Independence: Reality or Myth?

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  • Gerald P. O'Driscoll Jr.

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  • Thomas F. Cargill & Gerald P. O'Driscoll Jr., 2013. "Federal Reserve Independence: Reality or Myth?," Cato Journal, Cato Journal, Cato Institute, vol. 33(3), pages 417-435, Fall.
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