Analysis: The President’s FY 2018 Budget
The President’s budget has a worthy goal of deficit reduction. However the economic assumptions underlying the president’s budget are optimistic.
Read MoreSix Ideas to Improve the Budget Process
The recent contentious budget battles have contributed to a decline in the public’s faith in the political system. A new report suggests a way forward.
Read MoreReport: U.S. Debt a Drag on Competitiveness
A new report highlights the economic competitiveness and strength of North America — but warns that fiscal policy in the poses a challenge to growth.
Read MoreErnst & Young: Government’s Financial Outlook Unsustainable
A new report from Ernst & Young examines the U.S. government’s current financial situation.
Read MoreWhat the Candidates Said About the Debt
The third presidential debate included a dedicated segment on the national debt, giving both candidates a chance to talk about their vision.
Read MoreVoters Still Waiting for Long-Term Fiscal Plans
Polls show that voters are concerned about the nation’s fiscal health and would like to hear substantive plans from the candidates.
Read MoreCongress Faces Urgent Budgetary To-Do List
Stopgap legislation may keep the government operating in the short term, but lawmakers face more budgetary challenges in the coming weeks and months.
Read MoreThis Month in Fiscal News: Debates, the CR, and Fiscal Challenges Ahead
At the first presidential debate, both candidates acknowledged the growing national debt, but voters want to hear more.
Read MoreHave the Debt and Deficits Gotten Better?
Part of the problem when discussing America’s long-term debt is that it is often confused with short-term deficits.
Read MorePoll: Voters Want Candidates to Address National Debt
79% agree that a presidential candidate from their party should make the debt one of the top 3 priorities of his or her campaign.
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