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September 17, 2026
7 Charts That Illustrate America’s Growing Fiscal Stress
America’s fiscal situation is daunting, with key budgetary warning signs and hurdles approaching in the near term.
September 17, 2026
86 Ways to Reform the Tax Code — and Why It’s Only Half the Solution
Tax policy is about trade-offs between how much revenue a tax will raise, who will bear the burden, and how a change will impact economic incentives.
September 16, 2026
Fed Raises Rates for First Time Since 2023 as Interest Costs Top $1 Trillion
High interest rates on U.S. Treasury securities increase the federal government’s borrowing costs.
September 16, 2026
Social Security is Critical Issue for Voters in Key US Senate Races
“The voters who will determine the balance of the U.S. Senate are calling on candidates to strengthen the future of Social Security,” said Michael A. Peterson.
September 14, 2026
A State-by-State Look at the Threat of Social Security’s Looming Insolvency
Should Social Security’s primary trust fund be allowed to deplete, the economic consequences will be felt by millions of households.
September 14, 2026
In Their Own Words: Debt a Critical Issue for Voters in 2026 Election
Voters understand that the national debt has become too big to ignore as a major factor in America’s affordability crisis.
September 14, 2026
Up to Us Launches Expanded Leadership Network for Next Generation of Policy Leaders
“As America borrows trillion after trillion, we must recognize the significant financial burden being placed on the next generation,” said Michael A. Peterson.
September 10, 2026
Chart Pack: The U.S. Budget
A selection of key charts that give an overview of the major components in the U.S. federal budget.