Why is america in debt?

America's debt is the largest sovereign debt in the world for a single country. It runs neck and neck with that of the European Union, an economic union of 28 countries. The debt is greater than what America produces in a whole year. read more

The national debt level of the United States has always been a subject of controversy. But, given that four consecutive years of $1 trillion budget deficits (2009-2012) has pushed the national debt to over 100% of gross domestic product (GDP), it is easy to understand why people (beyond politicians and economists) are starting to pay close attention to the issue these days. read more

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