Paul Volcker Appointed as Fed Chair to Tackle Inflation

President Carter appoints Paul Volcker to lead the Federal Reserve, implementing high interest rates to combat soaring inflation. Discover Volcker's impact on the economy.

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Paul Volcker Appointed as Fed Chair to Tackle Inflation

Carter named Paul Volcker as chair of the Federal Reserve, who implemented high interest rates to combat inflation.

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