For many years, our federal government has been taxing us too much – but spending too much more.
That’s why we have a national debt of more than $14 trillion.
Unfortunately, President Barack Obama and many in Congress are still insisting on spending more.
But on Friday, Congress will run out of borrowed, appropriated money for government functions.
If nothing is done to remedy the situation, there will be a forced government “shutdown” – although essential services will continue.