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"Looking ahead, policy is not on a predetermined path," Cook said.

“So it’s unfortunate that some of those voices are now gonna be silenced with a predetermined winner in their district.”

This particular mix pairs pragmatists with hawkish officials who have consistently emphasized inflation risks, a combination that argues against any predetermined cutting schedule.

This particular mix pairs pragmatists with hawkish officials who have consistently emphasized inflation risks, a combination that argues against any predetermined cutting schedule.

That person would pass it on via cellphone to someone at the table known as the “Quarterback” or “Driver,” who would use predetermined signals to alert the other conspirators.