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Periodically, the Peterson Foundation releases infographics dealing with pertinent fiscal issues of the day. These infographics combine key data points with informative graphics to provide succinct, high-level factual summaries. By breaking down complex policy topics into more accessible visual presentations, we hope to make it easier for as wide an audience as possible to engage in discussions about addressing America's national debt.
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Press Archive:
Media Communications
An archive of the Foundation's press releases, official statements, and media advisories addressing national and international events as they relate to U.S. fiscal policy. Press Releases & Statements
Apr 25, 2024
Election 2024: Voters want Candidates Ready to Act on Fiscal Issues
“Today’s new survey shows that fiscal concerns are top of mind in this election, and they want leaders who are committed to solutions,” said Michael A. Peterson.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2024/04/fci-press-release
Press Releases & Statements
Aug 26, 2020
As Election Nears, Voters Understand Fiscal Outlook Is Key Issue for Nation’s Future
“In the short term, nothing is more important to our economy and our health than defeating this virus, but Americans understand that we will need to return our attention to the nation’s fiscal health once the crisis has passed,” said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peterson Foundation.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2020/08/fci-press-release
Explainers
Sep 28, 2013
Taxes | PGPF Fiscal Issue Primers
Each year, some of the revenue the federal government collects comes from various taxes. In 2012, taxpayers paid almost $2.5 trillion, which the government used to partially fund $3.5 trillion worth of spending on Social Security, health care, and other programs in areas such as defense and education. The remainder of spending was funded through deficits.
Infographics
Fiscal Issues Illustrated
Lawmakers are considering significant reforms in a number of key policy areas, including healthcare reform, tax reform, infrastructure and more.
Programs & Projects
May 9, 2012
Poll: Voters Want Bipartisan Action on Fiscal Issues
Even party extremes want bipartisan progress: 93% of Liberal Democrats and 85% of Tea Party supporters strongly agree that both parties should work together to solve our long-term fiscal and economic problems.
67% of registered voters strongly agree that "I am willing to do my part to reduce the national debt, as long as other people also do their part."
Multimedia Archive
Multimedia Archive
Watch videos on fiscal policy and economics from the Peterson Foundation.Press Releases & Statements
Jan 27, 2010
PGPF Discusses Issues addressed in State of the Union
President & CEO David Walker discussed why the President should establish a fiscal commission by Presidential Order now that Congress has defeated the amendment that would have created a statutory commission.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2010/01/pgpf-discusses-issues-addressed-in-state-of-the-union