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Jan 7, 2022
FCI: December 2021 Results
Modeled after the Consumer Confidence Index, the Fiscal Confidence Index is a national survey that measures public opinion about the national debt.
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Blog Posts
Apr 9, 2018
A Return to Trillion Dollar Deficits
CBO reports that the fiscal outlook is dramatically worse than it was last year, primarily due to the fiscally irresponsible tax legislation and budget deal.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2018/04/a-return-to-trillion-dollar-deficits
Press Releases & Statements
Mar 1, 2017
Statement on the President’s Address to Congress
"As our leaders consider reforms in key areas such as healthcare and tax reform, we must enact policies that also improve our nation’s fiscal outlook. Looking ahead, the President and Congress have the opportunity to work together to stabilize our debt and provide a strong foundation for economic growth," said Michael A. Peterson, President and CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2017/02/statement-on-president%E2%80%99s-address-to-congress
Press Releases & Statements
Apr 17, 2018
Statement on Budget Process Reform Principles as Joint Select Committee Holds First Hearing
“Our country is on an unsustainable fiscal path, and reforming our broken budget process can be an important part of improving our fiscal future," said Michael A. Peterson, President and CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Press Releases & Statements
Feb 1, 2022
Peterson Foundation Statement on $30 Trillion National Debt Milestone
“Our high and rising debt makes us less prepared for the next pandemic, less secure against future adversaries, less resilient to the changing climate, and less able to build the strong," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Blog Posts
Jan 29, 2016
Recommended Reading: CBO highlights the return to rising deficits
A range of coverage & analysis looking at what this news means for America's long-term fiscal outlook
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2016/01/recommended-reading-cbo-highlights-the-return-to-rising-deficits
Press Releases & Statements
Dec 10, 2021
Peterson Foundation Statement on CBO Letter on the Budgetary Effects of Making Specified Policies in the Build Back Better Act Permanent
“This CBO score is the latest evidence that this bill needs to be improved as it moves through the legislative process," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Press Releases & Statements
Apr 29, 2021
Peterson Statement on Biden Administration’s Proposals
“The Biden Administration has put forward thoughtful proposals aimed at creating jobs for working- and middle-class families, increasing our global competitiveness, and addressing important national priorities like infrastructure, climate change, and racial equity," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
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Press Releases & Statements
Dec 16, 2021
Peterson Foundation Statement on $29 Trillion in National Debt
“The unfortunate milestone of $29 trillion in debt is a stark reminder that our nation’s fiscal foundation is insecure and unsustainable." said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.