Budget and Economy
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When times are tough, Hoosier families and businesses tighten their belts and learn to live within their means. It’s time Washington does the same. Excessive borrowing and spending threatens our economic stability and passes along a mountain of debt to our children and grandchildren. We cannot continue down this dangerous path of reckless spending and trillion dollar deficits. Returning our country to sound fiscal footing will take more than just saying no. Congress needs to lead by example and offer responsible, forward-thinking solutions. I am committed to restoring our fiscal health by reducing spending and focusing on a pro-growth agenda that reforms our tax code, balances the federal budget and restructures entitlement programs.