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economicsfromthetopdown.com
| | www.rogerfarmer.com

[AI summary] The text presents an in-depth exploration of macroeconomic theory through the lens of Roger E. A. Farmer's academic work. It delves into the complexities of monetary theory, equilibrium concepts, and the role of central banks. Key themes include the endogeneity of money, the distinction between exogenous and endogenous money, the implications of liquidity traps, and the evolution of monetary policy frameworks. Farmer's perspective emphasizes the importance of general equilibrium theory, the role of banks in creating money, and the need for central banks to consider broader economic dynamics beyond traditional single-agent models.
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| | effectivecurrency.com

[AI summary] The article explores the 'Great Gatsby curve' among America's ultra-wealthy, highlighting how rising inequality correlates with declining social mobility. It uses data from the Forbes 400 to show that the wealthiest have become increasingly unequal and socially immobile over the past four decades. The analysis includes trends in wealth concentration, the dynamics of the 'game of thrones' among the richest Americans, and the fractal nature of inequality. The piece concludes by suggesting that capitalism's inherent regressive aspects, such as unchecked property rights, contribute to entrenched inequality and immobility.
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| | evonomics.com

The evidence suggests that interest rates play a key role in the game of class warfare.
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| | digbysblog.net

[AI summary] The article discusses the U.S. economy's strong post-pandemic recovery, highlighting its outperformance compared to other major economies and the effectiveness of fiscal policy over monetary policy in economic management.
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