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Sep 12, 2022
Recession Remedies in the Face of High Inflation
Well-designed fiscal policy should help the hardest-hit and most vulnerable families.
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Press Releases & Statements
Sep 26, 2017
Fiscal Confidence Index Results for September 2017; FCI Value: 51
As America crosses the unfortunate milestone of $20 trillion in national debt for the first time, voters are increasingly concerned about the fiscal condition of the country.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2017/09/fci-press-release
Blog Posts
Nov 11, 2021
Leading Economists: The Economy Bounced Back Fast, But Major Questions Remain
With our economy in recovery, the national debt rising unsustainably, the country still grappling with a devastating pandemic, and lawmakers pursing significant new legislation, America faces many critical questions for its future. To shed light on the best way forward, two top economists participated in a panel discussion as part of the latest edition of the Peterson Foundation Economic Forum.
Press Releases & Statements
Jun 30, 2020
Fiscal Confidence Drops to Lowest Since 2014 as Nation Continues to Confront Significant Health, Economic Impact of Coronavirus
“America’s top policy priority right now is defeating this virus and helping the millions of Americans who are suffering economically, but as we look ahead it’s clear that Americans are growing more concerned about how we will deal with our national debt once this crisis ends.” said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peterson Foundation.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2020/06/fci-press-release
Explainers
Oct 6, 2022
Budget Basics: Unemployment Insurance Explained
Unemployment insurance (UI) is a joint state-federal program that was established in 1935 to provide temporary financial assistance to workers who become unemployed by no fault of their own.
https://www.pgpf.org/budget-basics/budget-basics-unemployment-insurance-explained
Blog Posts
Nov 7, 2022
How Much Does the United States Spend on Prescription Drugs Compared to Other Countries?
The U.S. spends twice as much on prescription drugs as other comparatively wealthy nations, on average.
Blog Posts
Jan 31, 2017
The Fiscal Month in Review: Questions about Policy Specifics Remain
Trump outlined some broad strokes of his budget proposal, but lawmakers and voters are anxious to see where the administration stands on a number of issues.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2017/03/the-fiscal-month-in-review-questions-about-policy-specifics-remain
Blog Posts
Jan 18, 2017
GAO: Congress and Trump Administration Face Serious Fiscal Challenges
“The federal government’s fiscal path is unsustainable," warns the Government Accountability Office.
Programs & Projects
Nov 8, 2021
A Valuation Approach to Government Balance Sheet
If we regard the U.S. government as a firm, this firm is in a sticky situation in which the valuation of its cash flows is below the amount of its outstanding liability.
Press Releases & Statements
Aug 26, 2021
New Poll: 9 in 10 Voters, Democrats and Republicans, Want $3.5 Trillion Reconciliation Package Fully Paid For
“It’s rare to see bipartisan agreement on any issue, yet overwhelming majorities of American voters from both parties want their leaders to fully pay for this reconciliation package,” said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peterson Foundation.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2021/08/fci-press-release