The Deficit and National Debt
The debt ceiling plays no role in enforcing budget discipline.
John Boehner's debt ceiling move gives Republicans the political high ground on the economy.
Republican budget is not about defending the country, but defending defense contractors' profits.
Republicans in Congress talk big about defense—they just don't want to pay for it.
House Republicans propose commonsense cuts that will keep America safe.
Cutting the defense budget puts the country at risk while ignoring the true source of government overspending.
GOP budget proposal is fiscally irresponsible and morally wrong.
How can the public sort out such differences among economists?
Chris Van Hollen is optimistic that Republicans will be forced to negotiate after the election, regardless its result.
House Budget Committee Dem Chris Van Hollen says going after social welfare programs will cost Republicans politically.
