We borrowed $1.6 trillion dollars last year, and spent more on interest payments than we did on defense. This is a staggering problem that our current Congress and Executive Branch simply are not confronting. Though the various political parties may differ in approach, I believe we are united in a strong desire not to burden the children of tomorrow with the government services we mandate today.
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