The #NationalDebt has doubled over the past decade — the U.S. now spends $3.8 billion each day just to pay the debt’s interest:
“High levels of debt require the Federal government to spend more on interest payments, leaving fewer resources available for infrastructure, education, national defense, and social programs.”
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In the 1980s, some politicians raised the alarm about the national debt. They quickly learned that voters don’t care about the debt but they do vote against cuts in spending.
Aug 20, 2026 · 11:53 AM UTC
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