FISCAL BLOG

Soaring from $255 billion in 2016 to $830 billion in 2026.

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Up to Us kicks off at colleges and universities across the country, with three weeks of nonpartisan campaigns to raise awareness about the national debt.

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A range of coverage & analysis looking at what this news means for America's long-term fiscal outlook

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The outlook for the federal budget has worsened considerably since last year.

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An analysis of the findings, and the official Foundation statement from President and CEO Michael A. Peterson.

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Detailed analysis of the fiscal impact of the Fed's December 2015 rate increase.

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PGPF has released a new infographic that illustrates the results from this year's Solutions Initiative III project on stabilizing our long-term fiscal outlook.

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All day long, student teams will employ a number of unique and engaging tactics for educating fellow students on the long-term national debt in creative ways.

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Oct 21, 2015
Michael Peterson

Today, Peterson Foundation President & CEO Michael A. Peterson testified before the Senate Budget Committee on ways to reform the federal budget process.

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Social Security is the largest single federal program, and accounts for approximately one quarter of all federal spending.

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Expert Views: Fiscal Commission

We asked experts with diverse views from across the political spectrum to share their perspectives.

National Debt Clock

See the latest numbers and learn more about the causes of our high and rising debt.