If I am confirmed, I am confident that my colleagues on the Federal Open Market Committee and I will maintain the focus on long-term price stability as monetary policy's greatest contribution to general economic prosperity and maximum employment.
Ben BernankeAlthough low inflation is generally good, inflation that is too low can pose risks to the economy - especially when the economy is struggling.
Ben BernankeWe do not expect significant spillovers from the subprime market to the rest of the economy or to the financial system.
Ben Bernanke