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Understanding the Budget
Policymakers use the federal budget process to establish spending priorities and identify revenue to pay for those activities.
https://www.pgpf.org/finding-solutions/understanding-the-budget
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Understanding the Coronavirus Crisis: Key Fiscal and Economic Indicators
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is an unprecedented national emergency requiring a significant federal response. This page provides resources and analysis, tracking the actions our leaders are taking to respond, and providing insights on the state of America’s fiscal and economic outlook during the recovery.
Analysis
CBO Warns: Fiscal Outlook Remains Unsustainable
Under current law, federal debt is now projected to reach 150 percent of GDP within 30 years — by far an all-time high.
Explainers
The Fiscal & Economic Impact of the National Debt
A strong fiscal outlook is an essential foundation for a thriving economy. Putting our nation on a sustainable fiscal path creates a positive environment for growth, opportunity and prosperity.
https://www.pgpf.org/the-fiscal-and-economic-challenge/fiscal-and-economic-impact
About the Peterson Foundation
Our Work
Learn how Peter G. Peterson Foundation raises awareness of key fiscal challenges and solutions.
About the Peterson Foundation
About the Peter G. Peterson Foundation
The Peter G. Peterson Foundation was created by Pete Peterson to raise awareness of America’s long-term debt, and how it affects economic growth.
Explainers
Budget Basics: Spending
Federal Spending in the federal budget can be divided into three categories: mandatory, discretionary, and interest. Learn how these categories have changed over time.
https://www.pgpf.org/finding-solutions/understanding-the-budget/spending
Resource Library
Resource Library
Browse our extensive collection of articles, analyses, charts, infographics and videos of key fiscal policy issues, which include long-term debt, taxes, the fiscal outlook and more.About the Peterson Foundation
Michael A. Peterson
As chairman and chief executive officer of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, Michael Peterson oversees the strategic direction of the Foundation, guiding policy and shaping strategy for its major initiatives, key partnerships, and long-term objectives.
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Comprehensive Plans to Address the National Debt
Policy leaders and experts across the political spectrum have put forward a number of comprehensive plans to reduce America’s long-term debt and lay a strong foundation for future economic growth.