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Jun 25, 2012

New poll: Voters are prepared to make compromises and sacrifices...



A newly released poll by the Peter G. Peterson Foundation shows that voters overwhelmingly support bipartisan action to reduce our national debt, and are willing to make personal sacrifices to help achieve that goal. These responses paint a stark contrast with the political gridlock and polarizing rhetoric that we have seen in Washington recently — and are likely to see during the 2012 election cycle.


https://www.pgpf.org/polling/new-poll-voters-are-prepared-to-make-compromises-and-sacrifices-to-help-reduce-the-debt

Analysis

Aug 6, 2012

The Fiscal Cliff is an opportunity for long-term action

A series of sudden, drastic changes to our nation's fiscal policies are slated to take place automatically at the end of this year — what many are calling the "Fiscal Cliff."


https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/the-fiscal-cliff-is-an-opportunity-for-long-term-action

Press Releases & Statements

Sep 9, 2013

Infographic — Welcome Back, Congress

The House and Senate must show leadership in key issues facing the nation, like finding consensus on a $90 billion budget gap before the end of the fiscal year, or next month’s looming debt ceiling debate.


https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/infographic-%E2%80%94-welcome-back-congress

Grants

Jan 14, 2014

State Budget Crisis Task Force — Final 2014 Report

The State Budget Crisis Task Force examines fiscal conditions at the state level, particularly after the 2008 global financial crisis.


https://www.pgpf.org/what-we-are-doing/grants/state-budget-crisis-task-force-final-2014-report

Analysis



Jul 16, 2014

Analysis: CBO 2014 Long-Term Budget Outlook

The nonpartisan CBO projects that the federal debt would reach 183% of GDP within 25 years.


https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/congressional-budget-offices-2014-long-term-budget-outlook

Analysis

Aug 24, 2012

For A Stronger Economy, Deal With The Debt

Americans must task their newly elected officials with tackling the nation's debt — and hold them accountable for results.


https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/for-a-stronger-economy-deal-with-the-debt

Programs & Projects

Dec 31, 2013

Year-End FCI Remains Low; Americans Remain Consistently Concerned about Nation's Fiscal Outlook Throughout 2013

NEW YORK — The Peter G. Peterson Foundation’s final Fiscal Confidence Index for 2013 shows that American voters hold deep concerns about the nation’s long-term fiscal health, continuing a consistent 12-month trend.


https://www.pgpf.org/polling-result/year-end-peter-g-peterson-foundation-fiscal-confidence-index-remains-low-americans-remain-consistently-concerned-about-nations-fiscal-outlook-throughout-2013

Explainers

Feb 28, 2013

What You Should Know About the Sequester

Sequestration is a process that cuts federal spending through across-the-board reductions.


https://www.pgpf.org/budget-basics/what-you-should-know-about-the-sequester

Analysis

May 23, 2013

Summary: CBO's Analysis of President's FY 2014 Budget

Although the President's budget would make progress by reducing deficits and stabilizing the debt over the next ten years, federal debt would remain high by historical standards.


https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/summary-of-cbos-analysis-of-the-presidents-budget-for-fiscal-year-2014

Analysis



Jun 6, 2013

2013 Social Security Trustees Report in Charts

The retirement of the large baby boom generation will sharply push up the number of people claiming benefits each year.


https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/the-social-security-trustees-report-in-charts