Jul 10, 2020
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Understanding the Coronavirus Crisis
Key fiscal and economic indicators, research, and analysis as our nation responds and recovers.
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The National Debt Clock
The rising national debt threatens economic growth and opportunities for future generations. Learn more — and get involved.
Poll: 82% of Americans Want Federal Relief Extended
Respondents were more likely to believe the pandemic will get worse in their communities.
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Unemployment Numbers Improve in June but Remain Historically High
Millions remain out of work as the nation continues to grapple with the pandemic.
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States Face Pandemic Budget Crunch
Governors warn that without federal intervention, vital services could be drastically reduced to meet balanced budget requirements.
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Finding Solutions
We believe that by working together, we can create comprehensive, bipartisan solutions to address our fiscal challenges. We work to bring Americans together to find and implement sensible, long-term fiscal solutions for a strong, healthy economy that transcend age, party lines, and ideological divides in order to achieve real results.Read More SHARE
What We’re Doing
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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What You Can Do
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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News & Viewpoints on Fiscal & Economic Policy
The Latest from the Peterson Foundation
Jul 10, 2020
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Jul 9, 2020
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Fiscal News from around the Nation
SOURCE: Roll Call
House Spending Bill Barring Funds for Border Wall Advances
Jul 9, 2020
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SOURCE: The New York Times
Hiring Outlook Remains Dim, With ‘Scarring in the Economy’
Jul 9, 2020
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SOURCE: MarketWatch
Top Economists Say Next Coronavirus Relief Bill Should Be $1.5 Trillion at Minimum and Hopefully Larger
Jul 9, 2020
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SOURCE: CNBC
Treasury’s Mnuchin Backs Narrower Coronavirus Aid Package as Talks with Congress Resume
Jul 9, 2020
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