[GunboatDiplomat]

Enough that the country isn't constantly running massive deficits, and can afford to invest properly in infrastructure and other needed areas. Which we're clearly not doing right now.

[goobsfoo]

So cut costs and your problem is solved.

[GunboatDiplomat]

That is not compatible with our necessary infrastructure investments, etc.

[weberc2]

This presupposes our existing expenses are all necessary.