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The federal government’s decisions about the amount of money it spends and collects in taxes to achieve full employment and a noninflationary economy.
SOURCE: Federal Reserve
FAQ: Why can't the government just print more money to get out of debt?
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Frequently Asked Questions: National Debt
- How did the national debt get to be so big?
- What's the difference between the debt and the deficit?
- Why can't the government just print more money to get out of debt?
- How much U.S. debt is owned by foreign countries?
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