Budget and Spending

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Budget and Spending

Federal spending has grown rapidly over the last decade, leading to substantial budget deficits that have crippled the economy and financially harmed Americans. 

 

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Learn more about policies that rein in spending and strengthen the economy with Solutions.

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Soaring National Debt Remains a Grave Threat

Jun 18, 2013 4 min read

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Federal Budget Makes Case that FEMA Reforms Are Needed Matt A. Mayer

Sep 28, 2011 4 min read

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Democrats' Health Plan is 'Voodoo Economics' Brian M. Riedl

Aug 5, 2009 3 min read

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How Washington Is Spending Your Taxes in 2009 Brian M. Riedl

Jul 31, 2009 3 min read

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PAYGO is an Unworkable Gimmick Brian M. Riedl

Jul 2, 2009 3 min read

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Borrowing 'Til The Nation Breaks? Brian M. Riedl

Jun 18, 2009 3 min read

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Obama's Deficits Put U.S. Credit Rating at Risk J.D. Foster, Ph.D.

Jun 1, 2009 4 min read