I would urge you to think about that, because it is one thing to owe $17 trillion, the question is what do you owe it for and what part of that is legitimate capital, which future generations should help pay for because they are going to enjoy it.
Senator King emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between capital and ongoing budget costs.
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