Programs & Projects
Dec 30, 2015
FCI: December 2015 Results
Modeled after the Consumer Confidence Index, the Fiscal Confidence Index is a national survey that measures public opinion about the national debt.
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Press Releases & Statements
Dec 30, 2015
As 2015 Draws to a Close, Nation's Long-Term Fiscal Outlook Remains a Top Concern for Voters
Attitudes about the national debt remained consistently low throughout 2015, as the Fiscal Confidence Index ranged between 45 and 52, demonstrating that even as short-term deficits improved, our long-term fiscal challenges remain a major concern to voters.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2015/12/fci-press-release
Analysis
Dec 19, 2015
Analysis: Congress Passes Costly & Unfunded Tax Legislation
The legislation is fiscally irresponsible and will add significantly to America's national debt.
https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/congress-passes-costly-and-unfunded-tax-legislation
Press Releases & Statements
Dec 17, 2015
Statement on Fiscally Irresponsible "Tax Extenders" Legislation
The Peterson Foundation releases a statement on the fiscally irresponsible "tax extenders" legislation.
Analysis
Dec 17, 2015
Analysis: Higher Interest Rates & the National Debt
There will be a number of consequences from a gradual increase in the federal funds rate over time.
Blog Posts
Dec 16, 2015
PGPF analysis on higher interest rates & the national debt
Detailed analysis of the fiscal impact of the Fed's December 2015 rate increase.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/pgpf-analysis-on-higher-interest-rates-the-national-debt
Blog Posts
Dec 9, 2015
POLITICO Caucus: Economy and the Election in New Hampshire
Bringing together POLITICO’s Caucus members for a deep-dive discussion about top economic and fiscal priorities facing the next President.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/politico-caucus-economy-and-the-election-in-new-hampshire
Blog Posts
Dec 2, 2015
Video: Michael Peterson's opening remarks at POLITICO Caucus in Iowa
Opening presentation by PGPF's President & CEO illustrates America's fiscal challenges and their relevance in the 2016 election.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/video-michael-petersons-opening-remarks-at-politico-caucus-in-iowa
Press Releases & Statements
Nov 25, 2015
One Year From the 2016 Election, Nation's Fiscal Health Remains a Top Concern for American Voters
Americans remain highly concerned about the nation’s fiscal health, according to the Peter G. Peterson Foundation’s November Fiscal Confidence Index, a monthly measure of public attitudes about the nation’s long-term debt and the efforts elected leaders are making to address America’s fiscal challenges.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2015/11/fci-press-release
Programs & Projects
Nov 24, 2015
FCI: November 2015 Results
Modeled after the Consumer Confidence Index, the Fiscal Confidence Index is a national survey that measures public opinion about the national debt.