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More Support for the Chained CPI
Read moreWe've talked before about the rational behind implementing the chained CPI, that the current index (CPI-W) does not incorporate substitution effects...
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The Looming Nightmare for the IRS and Taxpayers
Read moreThe Internal Revenue Service has continued to warn Congress of the administrative consequences of going over the fiscal cliff. In another letter to...
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Wonkblog's "Choose Your Own Fiscal Cliff Adventure"
Read moreWhile Speaker Boehner and President Obama attempt to bridge their differences in the fiscal cliff negotiations, you can try your hand at creating a...
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Your One-Stop Shop for Information on the Chained CPI
Read moreBecause there has been a lot of talk about the chained CPI lately, CRFB has created a brand new " Chained CPI Resource Page" to give readers one place...
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Fitch Warns of Possible Downgrade as We Approach the Fiscal Cliff
Read moreWith time running out for a deal, the U.S. credit rating may be in jeopardy if lawmakers don't reach a compromise to replace the fiscal cliff. Fitch...
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Robert Greenstein Answers Critics on Chained CPI
Read moreThe chained CPI has been receiving much attention lately after being included in the latest offers from both the GOP and White House. Some critics of...
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CRFB Releases Revenue and Health Care Options
Read moreThe recent offers from the White House and Republican House leadership have shown that both parties appear to be committed to finding a compromise...
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Fiscal Cliff Watch: White House and GOP Make Counteroffers
Read moreWith the fiscal cliff only two weeks away and the upcoming holiday season, negotiations for replacing the fiscal cliff with a sensible deficit...
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Once Again, the Chained CPI Is Not Regressive
Read moreAfter being included in both the most recent White House and Republican offers, the "chained CPI" has been front and center as a potential piece of...
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Line Items: Back-Up Edition
Read moreMonday Morning Quarterbacking – The Washington Redskins stayed in playoff contention Sunday with back-up quarterback Kirk Cousins leading the team to...
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