The petrodollar, not GOP fiscal restraint, is what sustains our unsustainable debt

Aug 23, 2025 - 22:00
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The petrodollar, not GOP fiscal restraint, is what sustains our unsustainable debt
For decades, the Republican Party has marketed itself as the nation’s fiscal conscience when it comes to curbing spending and safeguarding future generations from crushing debt. The branding is so effective that many Democrats tacitly concede the point, while Republican voters cling to the belief their party holds the line on excess. A closer look reveals…