[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 127 (Monday, September 16, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S10580]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       THE VERY BAD DEBT BOXSCORE

  Mr. HELMS. Mr. President, at the close of business Friday, September 
13, the Federal debt stood at $5,217,304,758,895.91.
  One year ago, September 13, 1995, the Federal debt stood at 
$4,967,411,000,000.
  Five years ago, September 13, 1991, the Federal debt stood at 
$3,623,683,000,000.
  Twenty-five years ago, September 13, 1971, the Federal debt stood at 
$416,135,000,000. This reflects an increase of more than $4 trillion 
during the 25 years from 1971 to 1996.

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