John Kenneth Galbraith Quotes

At best, in such depression times, monetary policy is a feeble reed on which to lean.

John Kenneth Galbraith

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• At best, in such depression times, monetary policy is a feeble reed on which to lean.

  

  John Kenneth Galbraith
  • Depression