The U.S. Deficit

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This title explores numerous facets of the US deficit, including whether deficit reduction is necessary to strengthen the economy and increase jobs; the role taxes should play in reducing the deficit; whether cutting programs like Medicare and Social Secu; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th"