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The Peter G. Peterson Foundation is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that is dedicated to increasing public awareness of the nature and urgency of key fiscal challenges threatening America's future, and to accelerating action on them. To address these challenges successfully, we work to bring Americans together to find and implement sensible, long-term solutions that transcend age, party lines and ideological divides in order to achieve real results.

Press Releases

February 12, 2025

Peterson Foundation Statement on House Budget Resolution

“As we enter this budget reconciliation process, it’s important to recognize we are currently on a path to add $22 trillion to the national debt over the next ten years.”

January 30, 2025

Post-Inauguration Poll: Voters Call on New President, Congress to Improve U.S. Fiscal Outlook

“As a new president and Congress take office, voters across the political spectrum see the need to prioritize addressing our $36 trillion and rising national debt,” said Michael A. Peterson.

January 17, 2025

Peterson Foundation Statement on CBO Budget Outlook

“CBO’s new report shows the high budgetary stakes as a new Congress and president begin their terms and face critically important budget decisions this year.”

January 9, 2025

As Critical Year for Fiscal Policy Begins, Americans Deeply Concerned about $36 Trillion National Debt

“With the debt ceiling back in place and a number of major budgetary matters expiring, 2025 is a critical year for America’s fiscal and economic future,” said Michael A. Peterson.

November 26, 2024

Majority of U.S. Voters Oppose Tax Reforms that Increase National Debt

“Our national debt just crossed $36 trillion and sadly we’re currently on pace add $22 trillion more over the next decade,” said Michael A. Peterson.

November 22, 2024

Peterson Foundation Statement on National Debt Passing $36 Trillion

“With America’s debt rising unsustainably and inflation concerns top of mind, 2025 is a critical year for our economy and fiscal standing,” said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.

November 4, 2024

With Election Just Hours Away, National Debt Remains Critical Priority for Voters

“As we near the end of a long election season, voters are sending a clear signal that they want candidates to have a plan to address the debt,” said Michael A. Peterson.

October 11, 2024

With Interest Growing Rapidly, US Fiscal Confidence Falls Again

Fiscal confidence dropped again this month, as new projections show that America will pay a staggering $77 trillion in interest over the next 30 years.

October 9, 2024

New Battleground Poll: National Debt a Critical Issue for Swing State Voters

More than 9-in-10 voters across seven key states say it’s important for candidates to have a plan for the debt.

September 26, 2024

As Election Day Approaches, US Fiscal Confidence Dips and Voters Call on their Leaders to Prioritize Solutions to the National Debt

“Voters are clearly concerned about the growing national debt, and they want their Presidential and Congressional candidates to put forward solutions,” said Michael A. Peterson.