Let's talk about the federal debt (Planet Money+) Planet Money
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In this bonus episode, Darian Woods talks with Maya MacGuineas, president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, about the federal debt. It's close to the highest it's ever been as a share of GDP. MacGuineas, a long-time debt hawk, argues the U.S. needs to rein in its spending. Also in this extended conversation, she tells us when spending makes sense.You can listen to the original Indicator episode here:https://www.npr.org/1197964071Show your support for Planet Money and the reporting we do by subscribing to Planet Money+ in Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. You'll be able to unlock this episode and other great bonus content. Regular episodes remain free to listen!Email the show at planetmoney@npr.org.
In this bonus episode, Darian Woods talks with Maya MacGuineas, president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, about the federal debt. It's close to the highest it's ever been as a share of GDP. MacGuineas, a long-time debt hawk, argues the U.S. needs to rein in its spending. Also in this extended conversation, she tells us when spending makes sense.You can listen to the original Indicator episode here:https://www.npr.org/1197964071Show your support for Planet Money and the reporting we do by subscribing to Planet Money+ in Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. You'll be able to unlock this episode and other great bonus content. Regular episodes remain free to listen!Email the show at planetmoney@npr.org.
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