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 A passionate statement against money printing, also known as quantitative easing (QE) or monetization. Marc Faber, a Swiss investor and author, is a well-known critic of central banks' policies to print more money.

Here's a breakdown of his concerns:

1. **Injustice**: He views money printing as an unjust policy that benefits a few individuals at the expense of many others. This echoes the sentiments of some economists who argue that QE disproportionately favors those who already own assets, such as stocks and bonds.
2. **Hardship for the majority**: Faber believes that money printing leads to inflation, which erodes the purchasing power of people's savings and reduces their standard of living. He thinks this hurts the average person more than benefiting the wealthy elite.
3. **Disaster for society**: By implying that money printing is one of the worst disasters a society can experience, Faber suggests that it has far-reaching and damaging consequences for the economy as a whole.

Faber's views on money printing are not unique to him; other notable economists and investors have expressed similar concerns about QE and its effects on economies. However, opinions on monetary policy vary widely, and not everyone shares his views.