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Freedom & Progress 2024
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How the Debt Crisis Is Affecting Ordinary Americans
Monday November 18, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Location: Salons 4-5
Session sponsored by Taxpayers Protection Alliance

As the U.S. national debt continues to soar, economists and policy experts alike are sounding the alarm about a looming fiscal crisis. This panel will examine the real-world impact of rising debt on everyday Americans, from inflation and interest rates to potential cuts in government services. We will discuss the long-term risks of a fiscal crisis and explore possible solutions to address the nation's unsustainable debt path.
Moderators
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Avik Roy

President, FREOPP
Speakers
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Jeffrey Holland

Vice President, Research, The Peter G. Peterson Foundation
Jeff came to the Peterson Foundation in August 2017 after 26 years at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). For the previous 18 years, Jeff was Chief of the Projections Unit at CBO, where he oversaw the production and data compilation of large parts of publications such as The Budget... Read More →
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David McGarry

Policy Analyst, Taxpayers Protection Alliance
David McGarry is a Policy Analyst at TPA. He has written extensively on a wide range of topics related to technology, government accountability, and consumer choice. He has reported on tech policy and telecommunications, particularly at the Federal Communications Commission and on... Read More →
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Kurt Couchman

Senior Fellow in Fiscal Policy, Americans for Prosperity
Kurt Couchman is senior fellow in fiscal policy for Americans for Prosperity. He develops and supports innovative solutions to federal and state budget challenges while promoting fiscal outcomes that expand freedom, prosperity, and opportunity.He has previously held positions with... Read More →
Monday November 18, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Location: Salons 4-5
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