Search Results: site/Issues%20Fiscal%20Outlook%202014%2001%2020%20PGPF%20Announces%20Grants%20to%20Six%20Institutions%20to%20Develop%20Solutions%20to%20Americas%20Fiscal%20Challenges/page/39/about:blank
Mar 18, 2026
Infographic: The National Debt Is Now More than $39 Trillion. What Does That Mean?
Although the national debt affects each of us, it may be difficult to put such a large number into perspective.
Nov 13, 2025
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.
Mar 18, 2026
With $39 Trillion in Debt, Is the U.S. Headed for More Credit Downgrades?
Three successive downgrades of the U.S. credit rating should alarm elected leaders, but our national debt remains on an unsustainable trajectory.
Dec 4, 2025
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.
Nov 13, 2025
Welcome to the New Era of U.S. Debt, Where the Bond Market is King
“For now, investors would rather own U.S. bonds than many other nations’ debts . . . That might not always be the case,” writes Heather Long.
Aug 26, 2024
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.
Apr 8, 2026
Careers
We seek employees who are creative and motivated, and who share our commitment to addressing our nation’s most pressing challenges.
Mar 18, 2026
What Are Caps on Discretionary Spending and Do They Work?
Let’s look at the trends in discretionary spending and how effective caps are in reducing the debt.
Jan 27, 2026
Fiscal Internship
The Fiscal Internship program provides students with first-hand research experience at public policy institutions in Washington, D.C.
Oct 7, 2025
How Does the U.S. Healthcare System Compare to Other Countries?
Despite higher healthcare spending, America’s health outcomes are not any better than those in other developed countries.