U.S. National Debt: Causes and Consequences

America’s national debt has crossed $40 trillion, a milestone built by both parties and now charging businesses and families through higher interest, inflation pressure, and a government that spends as if cash were optional. In this Tough Things First conversation, Ray Zinn asks why Washington refuses the balance-sheet discipline every private enterprise must practice. (Watch Now!) Rob Artigo: Ray, this […]

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