So here's the thing about Fed officials—most of them just don't communicate that well. They keep things close to the chest, don't explain their reasoning clearly, and leave the market guessing about what comes next. It's frustrating when you're trying to understand monetary policy direction. But then there's Hassett. This guy actually knows how to articulate ideas. He gets it. When he speaks, you actually get a sense of what's going on behind the scenes at the Fed. Clear communication matters, especially when trillions in asset valuations depend on policy decisions. The contrast is pretty stark—you've got officials speaking in circles, and then you've got someone like Hassett who just lays it out straight. That's the kind of transparency markets actually need.