Paul Krugman- The Forever Slump

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4. That's because the consequences of Austerity aren't being made clear

Repubs act like making a balanced budget would be a piece of cake. No one calls them on this BS. Even Paul Ryan can't make his budget work without magic ponies.

In reality, people should be told the truth- If you really want a balanced budget, you are going to have to pay more in taxes, especially if you are a millionaire. Or, You are going to have to have a smaller military. ANd you are going to have to plan for paying much more for your medical expenses and your own retirement when you get old. And you can kiss clean air and water and food goodbye.