The Myth of Independence
Sarah Binder, Mark Spindel
What’s inside
This book explores how political forces shape the U.S. Federal Reserve’s actions and challenge its independence.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding of political influence on economic institutions
- Insights into the Federal Reserve’s decision-making
- Appreciation of economic policy’s complexity
- Knowledge of the interaction between politics and finance
Key Points
- The illusion of Federal Reserve independence
- Political influence on economic policymaking
- Impact of politics on Federal Reserve’s decisions
- Historical analysis of Federal Reserve’s independence
- Future implications for monetary policy
Who’s it For
- Political science enthusiasts
- Students of economics
- Policy makers
- Financial analysts
About author
Sarah Binder and Mark Spindel, experts in political science and finance, explore the politicization of the U.S. Federal Reserve.