This image features judy shelton a prominent american economist and monetary policy expert known for her critical views on central banking and her strong endorsement of stable currency backed by tangible value Pictured during a formal u S Senate hearing sheltons poised expression and professional attire reflect her longstanding involvement in high level economic policy discussions She has served as a senior advisor to presidential administrations and has been nominated for positions on the federal reserve board A leading voice in conservative economic circles shelton consistently advocates for monetary discipline low inflation and american financial sovereignty