Explainers
Feb 24, 2015
The Independent and Effective Congressional Budget Office
CBO was formally established as a nonpartisan agency, and that has been a critical and enduring part of the office's effectiveness.
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Feb 1, 2022
Careers: Research Analyst
The successful candidate will bring an interest in federal fiscal policy as well as excellent writing and quantitative skills to the team. The job will mostly focus on creating and organizing content for distribution by the Foundation.
Explainers
Jun 12, 2020
What Are Estate and Gift Taxes and How Do They Work?
Estate and gift taxes are levied on the transfer of assets. Two areas of the tax code that are relatively small in dollar terms, but can generate a significant amount of attention and even controversy in the broader conversation about wealth.
https://www.pgpf.org/budget-basics/what-are-estate-and-gift-taxes-and-how-do-they-work
Press Releases & Statements
Mar 16, 2022
Peterson Foundation Statement on Fed Action
“Today’s Fed action is an important reminder that interest rates do not remain low forever, and have significant implications for our national debt," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2022/03/peterson-foundation-statement-on-fed-action
Blog Posts
Aug 26, 2019
Three Key Ingredients for Negotiating a Fiscally Responsible Budget Deal
Brian Riedl, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, details the three key ingredients for negotiating a deficit-reducing budget deal.
Blog Posts
Mar 30, 2017
The Fiscal Month in Review: Busy Months Ahead for Legislators
As lawmakers look pursue a range of policy priorities, there are a number of fiscal concerns on the calendar over the coming months.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2017/03/the-fiscal-month-in-review-busy-months-ahead-for-legislators
Press Releases & Statements
May 20, 2015
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Secretary Julián Castro, Former CBO Director Douglas Elmendorf and Top Lawmakers Discuss 'Opportunity for America' at Peterson Foundation Fiscal Summit in Washington
As the economic recovery takes hold, Americans across party lines believe that the country’s renewed economic stability creates an opportunity for the government to address the country’s fiscal challenges.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2015/05/2015-fiscal-summit-press-release
Explainers
Mar 1, 2012
Budget Basics: The Elements
Controlling our structural budget deficits will require major changes in budget policy.
https://www.pgpf.org/budget-basics/state-of-the-unions-finances/the-elements
Blog Posts
Jul 19, 2019
Fast-Approaching Fiscal Deadlines Pose Threat to American Economy
Americans and the economy are vulnerable to a series of high-stakes fiscal deadlines, with an uncertain path forward.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2019/07/fast-approaching-fiscal-deadlines-pose-threat-to-american-economy
Press Releases & Statements
Aug 24, 2022
Peterson Foundation Statement on Student Debt Forgiveness Announcement
“On the heels of the first meaningful deficit reduction initiative in years in the Inflation Reduction Act, it’s highly irresponsible, unfortunate and unwise to wipe out those fiscal benefits with this announcement," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.