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FCI: November 2014 Results
The Fiscal Confidence Index is a national survey that measures public opinion about the national debt.
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Press Releases & Statements
Mar 31, 2022
US Fiscal Confidence Near Record Low as Nation Enters Era of Rising Interest Rates and Economic Uncertainty
“Rising interest rates mean rising interest costs, and Americans understand that’s a major problem for a country that’s $30 trillion in debt,” said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peterson Foundation.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2022/03/fci-press-release
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National Security Solutions
By making smart, strategic decisions about future national security requirements policymakers can ensure that our military is strong and that we are prepared to defend our nation from threats while also avoiding potential waste of precious national resources
Press Releases & Statements
May 29, 2013
Peter G. Peterson Foundation May "Fiscal Confidence Index" Finds High Levels of Concern about Long-Term Debt Even as Near-Term Economic and Fiscal Indicators Show Signs of Progress
Americans continue to show high levels of concern about our nation's long-term debt, even as economic and near-term fiscal indicators show signs of improvement, according to the Peter G. Peterson Foundation’s latest Fiscal Confidence Index.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2013/05/fci-press-release
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Budget Basics: Balanced Budget Amendment — Pros & Cons
What is a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution, and how would it work in practice?
https://www.pgpf.org/budget-basics/balanced-budget-amendment-pros-and-cons
Blog Posts
May 6, 2024
Social Security and Medicare Trust Funds Could Soon Be Depleted
Today, the Social Security and Medicare Trustees released their annual reports on the programs’ financing, showing that the future of these vital programs remain at risk.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2024/05/social-security-and-medicare-are-facing-serious-shortfalls
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Understanding the Budget
Policymakers use the federal budget process to establish spending priorities and identify revenue to pay for those activities.
https://www.pgpf.org/finding-solutions/understanding-the-budget
Press Releases & Statements
May 30, 2024
Once Aware of Upcoming Automatic Cuts to Social Security, 97% Agree Lawmakers Should Act
“Voters understand that ‘not touching’ Social Security is not an option because automatic cuts are unacceptable and waiting only makes the problem more costly and difficult to solve,” said Michael A. Peterson.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2024/05/fci-press-release
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Key Drivers of the National Debt
Many factors contribute to the long-term outlook for the U.S. economy and budget, but there are two major drivers of spending: demographics and rising healthcare costs.
https://www.pgpf.org/the-fiscal-and-economic-challenge/drivers