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Metrocosm: The History of u.s. Government Spending, Revenue, and Debt Graphic
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Metrocosm: The History of u.s. Government Spending, Revenue, and Debt

For Students 11th - 12th
The amount of national debt is a hot button issue today. Compare our current national budget to years past to see when our country was in our deepest debt. By analyzing the following charts, students will see the evolution of U.S....
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Trends in Congressional Appropriations [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides numerous graphs accompanied by explanations of the government spending since the 1960s. Focuses on the restraint of the 1990s but shows the steady growth in the last forty years. Link to .pdf file. Requires Adobe Reader.
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