Fiscal Policy

Navigating the $37 Trillion Question: Technology’s Role in National Debt

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US National Debt: Technology's Role in the $37 Trillion Milestone

It feels like every week there’s another headline about the US national debt hitting a new, eye-watering milestone. As of August 19, 2025, it’s sailed past $37 trillion. For many, this is just a number that seems abstract, belonging to the world of economists and politicians. But as someone who’s spent decades in the tech … Read more

Lessons from Debt: What Ancient Rome Can Teach Us About Today’s Deficits

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Lessons from Debt: What Ancient Rome Can Teach Us About Today's Deficits

It’s easy to get lost in the numbers when we talk about government deficits and debt. They often seem like abstract concepts that only economists and politicians worry about. But history shows us that these fiscal challenges have real, long-term consequences for societies, impacting everything from innovation to social stability. Think about the Roman Empire. … Read more