In January 2013, the German central bank asked for half of its gold back. It was being stored by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York on behalf of the German government. The Federal Reserve said: “Sure.  In seven years, maybe.” This week, the German government said: “We were only kidding. We don’t want our gold. We trust the American government.” You can’t get blood out of a turnip. It does no good to lock the gate after the horse has run away. Secrets of the Temple:… William Greider Best Price: $1.57 Buy New $15.97 (as of 02:40 EST – Details) … Continue reading Germany Asked for Its Fed-Stored Gold