Alan Greenspan Dies at 100; Led Fed During Boom Before 2008 Bust

Alan Greenspan, the former Chairman of the Federal Reserve, has passed away at the age of 100. During his tenure, he led the Fed through a period of economic boom that preceded the 2008 financial crisis. His legacy is complex, with some crediting him for helping to maintain economic stability and others criticizing his role in the housing market bubble.

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