Budget and Spending

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Federal spending has grown rapidly over the last decade, leading to substantial budget deficits that will cripple the economy.

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REPORT

Lawmakers should put the U.S. budget on a path toward balance before raising the debt limit.

Debt Limit Should Trigger Spending Limit

by Romina Boccia

Feb 27, 2017 18 min read

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Budget Gimmicks Increase Federal Spending and Mask True Costs of Legislation

Jul 26, 2017 31 min read

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Justin Bogie

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Why Government Spending Does Not Stimulate Economic Growth Brian M. Riedl

Nov 12, 2008 14 min read

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More Transportation Spending: False Promises of Prosperity and JobCreation Ronald D. Utt, Ph.D.

Apr 2, 2008 23 min read

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Essential Conditions for a Pro-Growth Stimulus Package Daniel J. Mitchell, Ph.D.

Nov 27, 2001 4 min read

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Lessons on How NOT to Stimulate the Economy Ronald D. Utt, Ph.D.

Oct 22, 2001 16 min read

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Romina Boccia

Deputy Director, Thomas A. Roe Institute

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Curtis S. Dubay

Research Fellow, Tax and Economic Policy

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