Debt

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Debt

Out-of-control federal spending is driving deficits and debt to unsustainable heights. Burdening America’s children with excessive public debt is wrong. Congress must control spending and debt to unleash economic growth. 

 

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Congress Must Stop New Deficit Spending Immediately

Oct 12, 2023 31 min read

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With U.S. Credit Rating Downgraded, Congress Must Stop Increasing Spending Now

Aug 29, 2023 3 min read

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U.S. Credit Gets Downgraded As Signs of Default Become Clearer EJ Antoni

Nov 17, 2023 3 min read

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The Fuse on America’s Debt Bomb Just Got Shorter EJ Antoni

Nov 3, 2023 3 min read

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Worsening Economy Pushes Consumers Near the Breaking Point EJ Antoni

Oct 13, 2023 3 min read

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Hey, Republicans: Don’t Forget About Growth and Prosperity Stephen Moore

Oct 2, 2023 3 min read

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Bidenflation Sequel: Another Horror Film EJ Antoni

Aug 31, 2023 2 min read

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With U.S. Credit Rating Downgraded, Congress Must Stop Increasing Spending Now David Ditch

Aug 29, 2023 3 min read

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Interest Rates Are Soaring, Raising the Alarm for a Painful Reckoning for Ame... Preston Brashers

Aug 24, 2023 6 min read

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These Record Debt Figures Are a Massive Red Flag for the American Economy EJ Antoni

Aug 14, 2023 3 min read

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Rachel Greszler
Rachel Greszler
Senior Research Fellow, Roe Institute
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Parker Sheppard, PhD, PhD
Director, Center for Data Analysis
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David Ditch
Senior Policy Analyst, Hermann Center for the Federal Budget
Richard Stern
Richard Stern
Director, Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget

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