Inflation Putting Fed in a Tough Spot, Lacker Says

The transcript discusses the Federal Reserve's approach to managing inflation, highlighting concerns about inflation expectations and the tools available to the Fed. It explores historical contexts, such as the actions taken in the 1980s, and examines the current economic landscape, including employment and inflation dynamics. The discussion emphasizes the importance of Fed credibility and the challenges in predicting inflation expectations.

How does the speaker view the relationship between actions and words in the context of the Fed's policy?

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What is the significance of the term 'maximum employment' as discussed in the text?

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What does the speaker suggest about the Fed's credibility in relation to inflation expectations?

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