COVID-19 Conversations: Eric Spitler on the Economy

Eric Spitler, Furman '81, led the Office of Legislative Affairs of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) during the 2008 financial crisis. He shares his perspective on the differences between the Great Recession and the evolving financial implications of COVID-19 while students inquire about the virus’ impact on the Federal Reserve and the demand for universal basic income legislation. Programming courtesy of The Riley Institute.