[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 121 (Friday, September 6, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S10017]
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                       THE VERY BAD DEBT BOXSCORE

  Mr. HELMS. Mr. President, at the close of business yesterday, 
Thursday, September 5, the Federal debt stood at $5,225,564,391,083.90.
  One year ago, September 5, 1995, the Federal debt stood at 
$4,968,613,000,000.
  Five years ago, September 5, 1991, the Federal debt stood at 
$3,623,548,000,000.
  Ten years ago, September 5, 1986, the Federal debt stood at 
$2,112,803,000,000. This reflects an increase of more than 
$3,112,761,391,083.90 during the 10 years from 1986 to 1996.

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