The only time I know that the Federal Deficit was at zero was under President Jackson almost 2 centuries ago. It is very clear the District of Criminals is not going to fix this. The Balanced Budget Amendment call by a Convention of States is at 28. Only 6 more are needed. It is unfortunate that this effort has stalled without much public knowledge.
“Balanced” Budget?
As far as anyone can tell they haven’t actually passed “a” Budget for about ten years running now, deficit or otherwise. They call them “continuing resolutions” or “spending packages” or “reconciliation”.
Can’t say I’m a big fan of a BBA, but if that is what it takes to gather an Article V COS, I’m all for it.
It is easy for opponents to stymie a convention. All it takes is pressure, for instance, on a state Speaker of the House to table such resolutions.
But . . . fight on!