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We need a US debt conversation — will the Republicans have one?
October 7, 2026
Rep. Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee
Featured in the Financial Times
Borrowing heavily to finance tax cuts for the wealthy leaves us less prepared for emergencies when they come