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Peterson Perspectives
Interviews on Current Issues

The Debt Limit Debate Is a Distraction

July 27, 2011

Simon Johnson says the debate on the debt limit overlooks the need to address long-term healthcare and pension costs and to raise revenue, perhaps through a value-added tax (VAT).

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