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Bernake Confirmed as Chairman of the Federal Reserve

by Guest Blogger, 1/31/2006

Federal Tax Policy, Inequality and Poverty, Revenue & Spending, Federal Reserve

The Senate confirmed Ben Bernake today as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. He replaces Alan Greenspan, who has stepped down after more than 18 years guiding the nation’s monetary policy. Bernake was confirmed by voice vote.

Washington Post: Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rate; Bernake Confirmed as Next Chairman

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