How financially dangerous is our national debt? Is our country on an unsustainable fiscal path? If so, what are the potential resolutions? In this talk, we will explore how the U.S. government financed three defining conflicts — World War I, World War II, and the War on COVID-19. We will then examine our current "unsustainable" fiscal trajectory and consider potential resolutions, ranging from adjusting spending and taxes to economic growth and inflation.
This event is open and free to the community. Parking is free and light refreshments will be provided.
About the Speaker
George Hall
George Hall is the Fred C. Hecht Professor in Economics at Brandeis University where he teaches macroeconomics. His research focuses on the history of U.S. fiscal policy and firm-level inventory and pricing behavior. Prior to joining Brandeis in 2006, he served on the faculty at Yale University and the research staff of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Professor Hall earned his B.A. at Oberlin College and his Ph.D. in economics at the University of Chicago.
