October 12, 2012
Fact of the Day: Federal Budget Deficit Drops by $200 Billion
This article is intended to state facts, not sugarcoat reality. The federal budget deficit is massive, even if adjusted for inflation.
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May 8, 2012
Federal Government Posts First Monthly Budget Surplus In Three Years
It’s a bit misleading, but the federal government had a $58 billion surplus in April according to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The surplus is due to tax season, which results in an April surplus most years even if the yearly numbers are still deep in the red. It’s notable because there hasn’t been a surplus month in three years and it could be a sign of an improving economy.
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February 25, 2012
Expiration Date: Recollection Of Gas Prices & Federal Deficit
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