Friday Wrap Up- Brian Domitrovic argues monetary reform is necessary for economic growth; At the FT Robin Harding and Anna Fifield write that "The gold standard has returned to mainstream U.S. politics for the first time in 30 years, with a “gold commission” set to become part of official Republican party policy."

Friday Wrap Up- Brian Domitrovic argues monetary reform is necessary for economic growth; At the FT Robin Harding and Anna Fifield write that “The gold standard has returned to mainstream U.S. politics for the first time in 30 years, with a “gold commission” set to become part of official Republican party policy.”

Monetary Reform

At Forbes, Brian Domitrovic arguesthat monetary reform is necessary for economic growth, and it should be embraced by the Romney ticket.

On Real Clear Markets, Robert Romano debunksthe myth that the gold standard led to the Great Depression.

In Bloomberg, William Sibler writeson Paul Volcker’s economic policies.

At The Financial Times, Robin Harding and Anna Fifield write that Republicans are eyeing a return to the gold standard.

Spending

From Fox Business, Art Laffer discusses the consequences of going over the fiscal cliff.

Tax

On North Jersey, Anthony Campisi reportson Chris Christie’s 10 percent tax cut plan.

Pension

From My San Antonio, Patrick Danner discussespension reform in Texas.

In WKTY, Tim Johnston saysKentucky lawmakers are looking for solutions to the states pension problems.

World

At The Independent, Oliver Wright statesthat President Obama asked the euro zone to keep Greece until after the election.