William Hoagland, senior vice president of the Bipartisan Policy Center, will lead a crucial discussion on the U.S. budget crisis in a virtual event hosted by Southern Illinois University’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute.
This webinar is part of the institute’s “Understanding Our New World” series and aims to delve into the pressing issues surrounding America’s soaring budget deficits and the surging national debt.
Hoagland, who brings over 30 years of experience in federal budgeting, will be joined by John Shaw, the institute’s director. Together, they will explore the intricate causes and consequences of the current fiscal predicament facing the United States.
Hoagland’s extensive background includes significant participation in pivotal budget negotiations, such as the 1985 Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Budget Deficit Reduction Act and the bipartisan budget agreements in 1990 and 1997.
His insights are expected to illuminate not only the historical context of federal budget policy but also the best pathways forward for establishing more balanced fiscal policies.
In addition to budgetary issues, the discussion will also cover the implications of the upcoming presidential and congressional campaigns on fiscal policy.
Attendees are encouraged to engage actively by submitting questions for Hoagland during the registration process or by emailing the Paul Simon Institute directly.
The event is free and open to the public, providing an invaluable opportunity for those interested in understanding the complexities of U.S. budget policy.
To register for this informative session, please visit the Paul Simon Institute’s website. The event is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 10, at 10 a.m.
