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How much national debt is too much?

Planet Money

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Honesty About National Debt and the Need for a Benchmark

Policymakers should acknowledge the unsustainable path of the national debt. There is a shift in perspective towards the national debt, leading to the idea of a benchmark to prompt action and force political decisions. The concept of a 'magic red line' for debt is seen as a useful tool to compel individuals to confront the challenging choices ahead.

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