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The Weekly Square: August 30, 2011

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Frank Reeder: A Balanced Budget Amendment--Really?
Advocates of a federal balanced budget amendment to the Constitution offer two compelling arguments, but Frank Reeder argues that neither assertion stands up to close scrutiny. See more »

Larry Haas agrees with Frank Reeder's conclusions. Moreover, he adds that a balanced budget amendment would make recessions longer and deeper. Read more » What do you think? Frank is waiting to hear from you. Share your views »
Member Blog: The Fair Tax Bill
American Square member Michael Foote shares information about the Fair Tax bill, which would replace the income tax, employment tax, and estate tax with a national sales tax. Read more »

What do YOU think of the bill? Learn more and speak your mind » Member Blog: TEA Party, Progressives, and a Great Green Hope


Many people can support renewable energy, cleaner air, and more efficient buildings and cars. American Square member Sarah Minner Dahl wonders why conservatives have staked anti-green positions. Read more »

Check it out and speak your mind! See more »News of the Day: August 30, 2011Find out what's new this week in debt, deficit, and fiscal news. Today: three-quarters of economists say increased taxes will be necessary; biographies of the Super Committee members; Standard & Poor's changes leadership, and more. Read more »
What's on your mind? Kick off the discussion. Make your voice heard »



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