Reflections on Inflation's 40-Year High

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Jul 17, 2022

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What seems to be most on Americans’ minds these days is inflation. Those born prior to 1985 have little memory nor experience of it, and are shocked. This week, I offer a journalist’s analysis of where we are, how we got here, and what’s likely in the near future. A thoughtful discussion follows. Feel free to join in.

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Inflation Is At A 40-Year High

Back in 1982, I entered graduate school. The main thing I remember about money was that it was hard to hold onto it, rents in the Washington, DC metro area were shockingly high, and interest rates on loans and credit cards were painful. The U.S. economy was in recession…

3 years ago · Jim Buie

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