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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.
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.
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.
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.
Apr 7, 2026
How Does the Capital Gains Tax Work, and What Are Some Proposed Reforms?
While the capital gains tax affects anyone selling a capital asset, higher-income individuals are typically subject to the tax more so than average Americans.
Nov 18, 2025
What Is the Disaster Relief Fund?
Natural disasters are becoming increasingly frequent, endangering lives and extracting a significant fiscal and economic cost.
Nov 14, 2025
How Much Does the Government Spend on International Affairs?
Federal spending for international affairs, which supports American diplomacy and development aid, is a small portion of the U.S. budget.
Dec 23, 2025
Budget Basics: What Is the Child Tax Credit?
The CTC provides assistance to families with children, and while it represents a relatively modest part of overall government spending, it is one of the largest tax expenditures.