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- #PWBM believes that the macroeconomic effects of the Build Back Better Act will decrease GDP by 0.2% by 2031, and 0.3% by 2040. Government debt is set to increase by 1.5% by 2050. Read more: whr.tn/3kVMFZU
- #PWBM estimates that forgiving federal college student loan debt will cost between $300B and $980B over the 10-year budget window, depending on details. About 70% of debt relief accrues to borrowers in the top 60% of the income distribution. Read more: whr.tn/3dSQbn8
- This statement stands true especially in a democracy. But what if you still have questions about the #economic impacts of the #government policies. Worry not, #PWBM website has got your back. See: budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu @USAFacts #Money #Tax #Trade @Steven_Ballmer #Reform"Americans need more trusted, transparent, and understandable information about their government and its expenditures." - @Steven_Ballmer #opengov #opendata #votercenter #GovAccountability
- (2/2) Notable differences in revenue estimates include the 15% minimum tax on book income and increased IRS funding by $80B over the next 10 years. The White House estimated $325B and $400B, respectively, while $PWBM only estimates $195B and 190B in revenues, respectively.
- #QUESTIONHOUR Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wants a 70% top rate on income over $10M. #PWBM is estimating how much that would boost tax revenue. WRITE YOUR ESTIMATE below. The closest one to PWBM's gets featured on my twitter profile. @AOC #AlexandriaOcasioCortez #Tax @USAFacts
- Hello! Welcome to @BudgetModel, the official Twitter handle for the @Penn @Wharton Budget Model. We have all the latest updates on #PWBM results, analysis, methods and general goings-on. However, if you’re hooked on Kent Smetters he is @KentOnMoney.
- Excited that Dr. Diane Lim is joining @Penn @Wharton Budget Model as senior advisor! She brings a wealth of experience and will advise #PWBM on matters related to public outreach, business development, and strategic planning. @economistmom #economics budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu/experts#diane-…
- Excited that Dr. Diane Lim is joining @Penn @Wharton Budget Model as senior advisor! She brings a wealth of experience and will advise #PWBM on matters related to public outreach, business development, and strategic planning. Sharp focus and economics. @economistmom
- Are you one of those 61% of people who turn to data to form an opinion on a policy? If yes, you will not be disappointed by #PWBM's analysis based on reliable #data. Check out all the issues PWBM addresses: budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu/all-issues #Finance #Economics #Analysis #Money #Policy #USA"When forming an opinion on a policy issue or preparing for an election, a majority of Americans (61%) turn to data" - Check out the State of the Facts poll 2018: usfct.org/2e06f
- NEW: #PWBM analysis of the entire Biden policy platform! In the first ten years, we estimate $5.35T in new spending and $3.375T in new tax revenue. But by 2050, the full platform decreases debt by 6.1% and boosts output by 0.8% See the full analysis: whr.tn/biden_analysis
- #PWBM predicts both the tax and spending provisions of the American Jobs Plan would increase government debt by 1.7% by 2031 but decrease debt by 6.4% by 2050. GDP would also be decreased by 0.8% in 2050. Full brief: whr.tn/3wynctN
- Indexing capital gains to to inflation would cost $102B over 10 years. 63% of gains to to the top 0.1% #PWBM @jimtankersley @arappaport @NYtimes @riccoja nytimes.com/2018/07/30/us/…
- Since #SocialSecurity is a concern for many, here is #PWBM's @SocialSecurity simulator. With multiple parameters and their effects on different factors, this #Simulator is a winner. Visit: budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu/social-security #Tax #Money #Budget #Funds #Federal #Government #USA #Calculator
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