Analyzing Political Responses to Price Instability
A political commentator states, 'It's strange that policymakers are just as concerned about prices falling during a deep recession as they are about prices rising during a major boom. You'd think people would love cheaper goods.' Explain the political reasoning that contradicts the commentator's statement, focusing on why both scenarios create pressure for policy intervention.
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