Carl-Ludwig Holtfrerich - What the 19th Century US Can Teach Today's Europe About Sovereign Debt

The transcript discusses the parallels between the US 19th-century financial experiences and the eurozone today, focusing on state debt crises in Greece, Ireland, and Portugal. It examines the German government's role and public opinion on euro integration, the impact of political forces on eurozone reforms, and the historical perspective on European monetary union. The discussion highlights Germany's economic influence within the eurozone and explores new economic thinking, drawing lessons from past economic theories.

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