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Monetary policy refers to the Federal Reserve's actions and communications to promote maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates.

Article
Second Quarter 2023

In his July 1832 veto message of the bill rechartering the Second Bank of the United States, President Andrew Jackson triggered the demise of America's second central bank with a stroke of his veto pen.

Speech
March 30, 2023

President Tom Barkin discusses recent data and events and explores potential implications for monetary policy.

Tom Barkin
President, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond