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“The central bank needs to be able to make policy without short term political concerns.”

Quote by Ben Bernanke

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Ben Bernanke is a renowned economist born on December 13, 1953. He has made significant contributions to the field of economics and has had a profound impact on the global financial system, serving as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve System. more

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