How Today's G20 Parallels the Constitutional Convention of 1787
Today, policy makers attended the G20 meeting in London in what was apparently an effort to fix the ailing economy. Discussions include a debate over an alternative to the US dollar as the world’s reserve currency. And even the potential for a partial restoration of the gold standard.
In similar fashion, at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, policy makers in America assembled in Philadelphia to fix their own economic problems of the time.
The Colonial leaders meeting at the Convention could see the problems caused by a privately owned central bank...
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The Advantages of a Gold Standard
Gold is money.
And if you live in a country on a gold standard your money is gold.
Today there is considerable discussion about whether or not we, the countries of the world, should embrace a return to the gold standard. To solve the economic problems of today. Yet perhaps it is time that we move on from the debate... and on to a demand for it’s return.
In this short but sweet outline on the gold standard and it’s advantages, you will learn why it is essentially the grand solution our global economy is seeking.
Welcome.
Today, the Open Gold Exchange has been established.
It's purpose, is to set in motion a crusade beyond just a place on the web to share ideas. And it's even beyond just a tool for exchanging gold or silver.
Rather, the vision is to create a new paradigm for the world's perception of what gold is. And it's integral role in free market capitalism, in civil liberty, and our ultimate freedom to do what we want.
I invite you take part in this crusade. First, by reading what I have to say. Then, by following the developments I make towards this vision. And finally, to engage into the reality I will create... I promise you it will be exciting journey and a rewarding experience.
Don't undertake a project unless it is manifestly important and nearly impossible."
Edwin Land
Inventor of Instant Photography
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