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David Barker, PhD

December 1, 2011

Dr. Barker joined us to discuss the role the monetary system and the Federal Reserve played in the creation of the financial crisis in 2008 and its aftermath. As a former economist for the Federal Reserve with a Ph.D in economics, Dr. Barker revealed in his latest book the potential collapse of the United States government with accuracy and the alarming fierceness that could only come from someone with insider information. His knowledge of the dire state of a nation that has promised more than it can deliver illuminates the very real future the U.S. could face if it's local governments and citizen-run organizations turn their backs on the federal government.

Dr. Barker's new book, Welcome To Free America, considers a nation "with rules, but no rulers," a nation that he believes could exist and actually thrive. As more and more people lose faith in the ability of the U.S. government to take care of its citizens, this kind of society will become attractive on a wider scale. Dr. Barker shows in minute detail how a society like this would function and thoroughly explains why people are better equipped to take care of themselves and each other than government is. Using his extensive knowledge and his experience as an economist for the Federal Reserve, Dr. Barker transforms this controversial idea into a realistic option for the future of the United States. His website is: www.barkerecon.com

Walt, Gene, and Jake quizzed David regarding his views on a number of Fed-related issues. It was a very spirited discussion and well worth playing the podcast to hear it all!

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