Citizenship is more than voting or legal status. It is a role in self-government, with responsibilities to understand, participate, protect our constitutional system, make informed choices, and steward the country for those who follow.

Tax Education

Citizenship is more than voting or legal status. It is a role in self-government, with responsibilities to understand, participate, protect our constitutional system, make informed choices, and steward the country for those who follow.

The U.S. national debt has crossed $40 trillion. What does that mean for ordinary Americans? We look at how rising debt can affect inflation, interest rates, economic growth, taxes, retirement savings and the country’s ability to respond to future crises.

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Celebrate America and 250 years of public finance, civic development, and the building events that shaped our Nation.

How one era used federal money for health coverage at home and a national mission to the Moon.

How fuel taxes, federal grants, and trust fund finance helped build a national road network.

How withholding, war bonds, procurement, and public research helped mobilize a nation.

How public benefits helped millions of veterans move from war to school, work, and housing.

How a recurring payroll tax helped create a durable retirement system.