At the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, we believe that together we can secure a healthy, growing economy by addressing America's long-term fiscal challenges.
Pete Peterson (1926–2018) established the Foundation to help solve the nation’s fiscal challenges and preserve the American Dream that he was so fortunate to have lived. We carry on his legacy with passion and pride.
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There are a number of key fiscal issues not only facing the current Congress in coming weeks, but also awaiting the new Congress, which will convene in early 2019.
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Last year's tax cuts have had significant implications for the federal budget, our economy, and every family and business in the country.
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Policymakers and pundits often depict fiscal responsibility and economic growth as being at odds with one another. In truth, however, a strong fiscal outlook is an essential foundation for a growing, thriving economy.
Read MoreAmerica’s growing long-term debt affects economic growth and opportunities for future generations. It’s not a political or partisan issue – it’s simple math. With nearly 76 million baby boomers retiring and living much longer, combined with a highly inefficient healthcare system, and a tax code that fails to generate sufficient revenues, America finds itself with a very risky long-term fiscal outlook.
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We are a non-partisan organization dedicated to increasing awareness and accelerating action on America’s long-term fiscal challenges. We partner with like-minded organizations and experts to support innovative programs and projects that provide accurate, objective analysis, and promising fiscal solutions.
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The time to act is now. Education is key – it’s critical that Americans understand what’s at stake and the tradeoffs that are needed to get our country back on a sustainable fiscal path to a growing economy. We also have to make a commitment to support our elected leaders from both parties who want to do the right thing.
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Nov 13, 2018
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SOURCE: Roll Call
Budget Overhaul Panel Can’t Pull It Together in Time for ThanksgivingSOURCE: Roll Call
Mitch McConnell Upbeat About Path Forward for Border Funding After Meeting With TrumpSOURCE: The Washington Post
Democrats would Slow Down Floor votes, Require Committee Action Under Proposed House RulesSOURCE: Bloomberg
Powell Says Solid Economy Faces Headwinds as Fed Mulls Rates
