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    Why can't the U.S. Mint just print enough money to pay off the debt?

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           Because paper money has to be backed by gold (which there is a limited supply of), or else it'll be worthless.

      12 years ago. Rating: 3
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        Tommyh

        Maybe there is some Confederate money still around.Perhaps they can use that too! lol
        commented 12 years ago


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