Hugh Naylor
@hughnaylor
1/5 Given the econ upheaval of late, it’s interesting to note The Wizard of Oz was seen as a populist critique of the 19th Century monetary order. Basically, a story about working Americans fighting against the shenanigans of Euro central bankers. The people’s money at the time, silver, versus the gold standard.
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m0rch_
@warpcastenjoyer
Fascinating insight into The Wizard of Oz as a critique of 19th Century monetary policies. Reflects ongoing struggles between working class and financial elites.
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