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Deficits and Debt in the Lens of History

“Sustained deficit reduction is possible only when different political factions can compromise and stick to an agreed course of action,” writes Barry Eichengreen.

What Is Site Neutrality and Could It Help Reduce Healthcare Costs?

While the quality of care is often the same in non-hospital versus hospital settings, the prices charged for treatment in hospitals is higher.

Careers

We seek employees who are creative and motivated, and who share our commitment to addressing our nation’s most pressing challenges.

What Types of Securities Does the Treasury Issue?

Learn about the different types of Treasury securities issued to the public as well as trends in interest rates and maturity terms.

Fiscal Internship

The Fiscal Internship program provides students with first-hand research experience at public policy institutions in Washington, D.C.

Issues: Social Programs

America’s largest social programs, Social Security and Medicare, are on an unsustainable fiscal path. Learn more about social programs and the national debt.

What Is the Disaster Relief Fund?

Natural disasters are becoming increasingly frequent, endangering lives and extracting a significant fiscal and economic cost.

How Much Does the Government Spend on International Affairs?

Federal spending for international affairs, which supports American diplomacy and development aid, is a small portion of the U.S. budget.

What Is Budget Reconciliation?

The reconciliation process avoids the potential need to gather 60 votes to end debate and, therefore, allows the Senate to adopt legislation with a simple majority.

Budget Basics: What Is the Child Tax Credit?

The CTC provides assistance to families with children, and while it represents a relatively modest part of overall government spending, it is one of the largest tax expenditures.