The rule of law or the rule of central bankers?

Economists often prescribe that countries seeking economic development should embrace the principle of the rule of law. I want to suggest that we listen to our own advice and apply it to our monetary and financial system. The principle of the rule of law could usefully guide us in resolving the extr...

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description Economists often prescribe that countries seeking economic development should embrace the principle of the rule of law. I want to suggest that we listen to our own advice and apply it to our monetary and financial system. The principle of the rule of law could usefully guide us in resolving the extraordinary situation we have been in for the past two years or so, and even more importantly help us to avoid future crises. The approach of Federal Reserve and Treasury officials during this crisis, unfortunately, has been to consider every possible remedy but applying the rule of law. Adapted from the source document.
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subjects Analysis
Bailouts
Central Banks
Crises
Economic crisis
Economic Development
Economists
Federal reserve system
Finance
Financial institutions
Gold standard
Inflation
Laws, regulations and rules
Management
Monetary policy
Powers and duties
Public officials
Rule of Law
Securities markets
U.S.A
United States economic conditions
United States Treasury department
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