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Growing National Debt Sets Off Alarm Bells for U.S. Business Leaders

Debt rising unsustainably threatens the country’s economic future, and a number of business leaders have signaled their concern.

The President’s “Skinny Budget” Reallocates Priorities for Appropriations

President Trump’s budget would maintain discretionary spending at the same amount — but would reallocate billions from other programs into defense and homeland security.

CBO’s Reestimate of the President’s Budget

Over the 2011-2020 period CBO’s deficit estimates are more that $1 trillion higher than those projected by the Administration.

Voters Concerned about Fiscal Irresponsibility in Washington as Lawmakers Add Red Ink

With Congress and the president adopting a Fiscal Year 2020 budget that will result in a deficit this year of greater than $1 trillion, addressing the unsustainable fiscal outlook remains a high priority for voters.

‘Student Debt Smarter’ Launched to Help Students Considering College Loans

The digital hub features a unique Student Debt Affordability Calculator that will help millions of people make better-informed decisions about student loans.

Peter G. Peterson Foundation March “Fiscal Confidence Index” Finds High Levels of Concern about America’s Long-Term Debt and Little Optimism about Washington’s Ability to Resolve Fiscal Challenges

Only 39% of Americans think President Obama and Congress are likely to reach agreement on long-term debt.

PGPF Announces Youth Summit Winners

Mobilize.org and the Peter G. Peterson Foundation (PGPF) today announced the results of their National Youth Summit.

Peter G. Peterson Foundation to Be Broadcast Sponsor of Bloomberg/Washington Post Presidential Primary Debate on the Economy

The Peterson Foundation’s sponsorship of the first Republican primary debate on the economy is part of a broader initiative to generate a bipartisan discussion of the nation’s long-term fiscal and economic challenges throughout the 2012 election.

Peterson Foundation "Fiscal Thursdays" at RNC and DNC

Participants in the “Fiscal Thursday” events will discuss America’s critical fiscal challenges, their impact on economic growth today and in the future and how Washington can break through gridlock and find solutions.

Top Leaders and Economic Experts from Across Political Spectrum Convened at Fiscal Summit to Discuss Nation’s Rising Deficits and Debt

Top leaders and economic experts from across political spectrum convened in Washington at landmark fiscal summit to discuss nation’s rising deficits and debt.