We've all heard about the current impasse in our nation's capital concerning the national debt. Even people who are normally apathetic about politics are getting upset about the ongoing partisan feud. With the possibility of default looming ever larger and the seemingly deadlocked parties slinging enough mud to cake every single surface in the entire Capitol building, it falls to the American people to help guide their elected officials to a solution that works for everyone. The two main questions in this debate are as follows:
What cuts can reasonably be made to reduce spending?
What are some realistic ways to increase revenue?
Everyone has their own answers to these challenges; the trick is bringing them together in the form of a solution that benefits the country as a whole. Using respectful language, outline your views on solving these two dilemmas. Please be sure to cite any sources that you use to support your position.
***We are here to politely debate the pros and cons of any and all deficit-reducing solutions. Any libelous or offensive comment will be removed.***
