Ep. 220 Coronavirus Economics

Contra Krugman by Tom Woods

Mar 29, 202001:13:26News & Politics

This episode delves into all the key questions surrounding the economics of the coronavirus crisis: bailouts, Federal Reserve policy, payments to individuals, the effects of the shutdown, and more. Show notes for Ep. 220

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