With the added observation that “fixing the car and putting gas in the tank” is NOT what will/would be done with any additional funding. The assumption is that we need to borrow to meed our commitments- we do not. We can meet the commitments, and by so doing and doing it the right way show just how strong the dollar is. A strong dollar also means lower gasoline/crude prices, and as a percentage of each gallon— more federal revenue from increase use and sale. The assumption that “raising the limit” means govt. will focus on essentials is completely flawed. It won’t.
MEED= MEET (sic)