As the federal government continues its efforts to stabilize and expand the economy it must also take action to manage its mounting debt. William Galston supports the idea of a fiscal commission to help the Obama administration and Congress walk the fine line between spending and fiscal restraint.
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Commentary
A Fiscal Commission to Balance Spending and Restraint
December 18, 2009