Peterson Perspectives

Bank Nationalization: A Debate

William R. Cline and Simon Johnson debate the pros and cons of bank nationalization.
Featuring William R. Cline (PIIE) and Simon Johnson (PIIE)
March 9, 2009
Related Topics: 
United StatesBankingFinancial Crises

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