Why “Good Money” Always Disappears When “Bad Money” Is Circulated

Source: Ludwig von Mises Institute
by Tom Wilson

“Gresham’s Law isn’t about greed or bad behavior. It describes rational decision-making under fixed rules. When people are given the option to spend weaker money or save stronger money, they do what makes sense. The outcome isn’t a flaw in character — it’s a predictable response to incentives built into the system.” (01/15/26)

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