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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
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.
September 4, 2024
New Poll: Voters Want Harris, Trump to Discuss National Debt at September 10 Debate
Ahead of the upcoming presidential debate, 91% of voters want Vice President Harris and former President Trump to discuss their plans to address America’s $35 trillion and rising national debt.
August 1, 2024
100 Days from Election, Democrats and Republicans Overwhelmingly Call for More Discussion of National Debt
“As we approach the final months of the election campaign, voters want to hear more from their candidates about solutions for the $35 trillion and growing national debt,” said Michael A. Peterson.