A People's Guide to the Federal Budget

A People's Guide to the Federal Budget
Author: Mattea Kramer et al /National Priorities Project
Publisher: Interlink Publishing
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2012-08-17
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1623710022

From history of the budget process to detail about the ongoing conflict in Washington, from charts explaining where every federal dollar goes to simple explanations of budget terminology, this book covers it all. A People’s Guide to the Federal Budget is for every American who wants to understand and participate in a process that affects all of us. It serves as a foundation for the novice reader, a reference tool for a more advanced audience, and is perfect for high school and college classroom use. Released to coincide with the fiscal year 2013 budget process and the 2012 presidential election, this guide includes up-to-the-minute numbers and explanation of President Obama’s 2013 budget request.

Analytical Perspectives

Analytical Perspectives
Author: United States. Office of Management and Budget
Publisher:
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2004
Genre: Budget
ISBN: 9780160515361

Analytical Perspectives

Analytical Perspectives
Author: United States. Office of Management and Budget
Publisher:
Total Pages: 414
Release: 2006
Genre: Budget
ISBN: 9780160752193

Budget of the United States Government

Budget of the United States Government
Author: Executive Office of the President of the
Publisher: Budget of the United States Go
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-02
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781598044058

Contains the Fiscal Year 2008 Budget Message of the President and information on the President's budget and management priorities, and budget overviews organized by agency.

The Debt Bomb

The Debt Bomb
Author: Tom A. Coburn
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2013-04-01
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1595554688

In a nation whose debt has outgrown the size of its entire economy, the greatest threat comes not from any foreign force but from Washington politicians who refuse to relinquish the intoxicating power to borrow and spend. Senator Tom Coburn reveals the fascinating, maddening story of how we got to this point of fiscal crisis—and how we can escape. Long before America’s recent economic downturn, beltway politicians knew the U.S. was going bankrupt. Yet even after several so-called “change” elections, the government has continued its wasteful ways in the face of imminent danger. With passion and clarity, Coburn explains why Washington resists change so fiercely and offers controversial yet commonsense solutions to secure the nation’s future. At a time when millions of Americans are speculating about what is broken in Washington, The Debt Bomb is a candid, thoughtful, non-partisan exposé of the real problems inside our government. Coburn challenges the conventional wisdom that blames lobbyists, gridlock, and obstructionism, and places the responsibility squarely where it belongs: on members of Congress in both parties who won’t let go of the perks of power to serve the true interests of the nation—unless enough citizens take bold steps to demand action. “Democracy never lasts long. It soon wastes, exhausts, and murders itself. There was never a democracy yet that did not commit suicide.” —John Adams Throughout a distinguished career as a business owner, physician, and U.S. senator, Tom Coburn has watched his beloved republic careen down a suicidal path. Today, the nation stands on the precipice of financial ruin, a disaster far more dangerous to our safety than any terrorist threats we face. Yet Coburn believes there is still hope—if enough Americans are willing to shake the corridors of Washington and demand action. With an insider’s keen eye and a caregiver’s deft touch, Coburn diagnoses the mess that career politicians have made of things while misusing their sacred charge to govern. Coburn’s incisive analysis: Reveals the root causes of America’s escalating financial crisis Exposes Washington’s destructive appetite for wasteful spending, power grabs, backroom deals, and quick non-fixes Rises above partisanship to implicate elected officials of all stripes in steering the nation off course Lays out a commonsense guide to restoring order Concludes with a clarion call and sound advice for Americans who would dedicate themselves to defusing the debt bomb Above all, Coburn believes the United States can continue as a beacon of opportunity for future generations—but how we act today will determine whether we deliver the nation to our children and grandchildren fully alive, on life support, or without a pulse.

Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year 2012

Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year 2012
Author:
Publisher: Government Printing Office
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2011-02-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 016088005X

Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year 2008 contains the Budget Message of the President, an overview discussion, and a discussion of the President's budget and management priorities by agency. This volume contains additional graphics, charts, and photographs, requiring a higher resolution printing with a corresponding upgraded paper stock.

Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year 2012

Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year 2012
Author:
Publisher: Office of Management and Budget
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2010
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780160873669

The President's Budget for Fiscal Year 2012 represents his blueprint for America's future that the White House sends to Congress each year. To win the future, we have to out-innovate, out-educate and out-build the rest of the world, tapping the creativity and imagination of our people. We have to take responsibility for our deficit, by investing in what makes America stronger and cutting what doesn't. And we have to reform our government so that it's smarter, leaner, and better able to take on the challenges of the 21st century. The President's Budget is his plan to do just that. The full Budget and additional information is available at WhiteHouse.gov/winning-the-future.