Bitcoin Book Club
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The Ethics of Money Production by Jörg Guido Hülsmann argues against the government's monopoly on money production. Hülsmann contends that money should be a privately produced good, like any other commodity. He challenges the assumption that government control is necessary for monetary stability, arguing that private competition would lead to a more stable and ethical monetary system. The book delves into the history of money and explores the economic and ethical implications of government intervention, advocating for a return to a free market in money.
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Event Notes:
- We'll have a few discussion questions to kick us off, but feel free to come with your own questions.
- Let us know if you have recommendations for future book club selections and we'll add it to the list.
- We'll pick the next book from our list at this meetup. You can check out our reading list on our website.
Getting There:
- The closest metro stop is Foggy Bottom or Dupont Circle, about a 20-30 mins by foot or 5+ minutes by bike or scooter.
- It should be fairly easy to find street parking at 6:30pm, but there are also a couple of nearby garages.
Note: This Compass Coffee café closes at 6PM to the public but they are kind enough to open their doors to us after hours. We'll be in the back, so just knock!
If you have any book suggestions, please let us know!