What’s the Difference between a Government Shutdown and the Debt Limit?
A government shutdown is costly, but failing to raise the debt limit could have more severe and lasting consequences.
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A government shutdown is costly, but failing to raise the debt limit could have more severe and lasting consequences.
New student debt affordability calculator empowers students as they pursue college and career goals.
The next president will face complex fiscal and economic realities.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2016/05/clinton-and-trump-advisors-talk-about-the-national-debt
As a large portion of the American population lives well beyond retirement age, the total cost of providing healthcare will grow as well.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2024/05/how-does-the-aging-of-the-population-affect-our-fiscal-health
CBO finds that the budget would not reach balance in 2027 as the administration projects.
https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/2017/07/cbo-debt-remains-high-under-presidents-budget
Fiscally responsible tax reform essential to America’s economic growth and long-term prosperity
Social Security is the largest single program in the federal budget and makes up approximately one quarter of total federal spending.
https://www.pgpf.org/budget-basics/how-does-social-security-work
Without reform, the Social Security Trust Funds will soon be depleted and unable to pay full benefits.
"We are beginning a new year, but our national debt remains on the same damaging and unsustainable path," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
The Federal Reserve plays an important role in stabilizing the country’s economy.