Debt

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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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David Ditch

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David Ditch

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Richard Stern

Director, Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget

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